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Two construction workers wearing high-visibility safety vests and hard hats review site plans beside a large excavator on a road construction site under an overcast sky.

EG’s Site Alteration By-law update aligns with provincial regulations, the Municipal Act, and best practices from neighbouring municipalities, making it easier to understand, use, and enforce. 

What’s new? 

  • Clear definitions 

  • New permit tiers: 

    • Minor (0 - 200 m³)  

    • Small (200 - 10,000 m³) 

    • Large (10,000+ m³) 

  • Free Minor Permit for simple landscaping/grading projects 
    Removal of old low-volume exemptions for better oversight 

  • New rules for safely managing liquid fill (e.g.hydro-excavation) 

Residents can now apply for a free Minor Permit anytime online, making small projects quick and easy. This update strikes the right balance of streamlined approvals for everyday projects and stronger oversight for larger site alterations. 

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/SiteAlteration.