Site Alteration Permits

Site alterations in the Township of Scugog must meet the regulations of the  Site Alteration By-Law. Site alterations involve:

• The placing or dumping of fill
• The removal of topsoil or fill from land 
• The alteration of the grade of land
• Any combination of these activities 

The Site Alteration By-law regulates the dumping or placing of fill and any other site alteration to:

• Maintain existing drainage patterns 
• Prevent erosion and sedimentation
• Protect natural heritage features and areas through appropriate changes to drainage or grade 
• Prevent interference and damage to watercourses or water bodies 
• Maintain groundwater and surface water quality
• Prevent discharge of a contaminant into the natural environment that causes or may cause an adverse effect
• Prevent degradation of pre-existing soil and groundwater quality conditions at the site and on adjacent properties 
• Authorize haul routes for the transportation of fill and topsoil for placement, dumping or removal to and/or from a site to minimize damage to the Township's roads and interference and/or disturbance to the Township's residents and businesses 
• Keep disturbance to landform characteristics to a minimum 
• Ensure the proponent of the site alteration project pays for its costs 

Apply for a Permit

Complete the Site Alteration Permit Application to apply for a permit. There may be additional information required. 

View our current Schedule C of Fees and Charges to determine the costs of a site alteration.