Site Alteration

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 ground water 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 ground water 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. 

Fees and Charges 

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