Encroachment Permits

An encroachment agreement is a legal and binding agreement between the Municipality and a property owner whose property abuts the municipal property which permits the property owner to have an encroachment on municipal property. An encroachment is a fixture or structure that is located entirely or partly in, on, under or above the Municipality's property.

Examples of Encroachments:

• Awnings
• Landscaping
• Porches
• Portion of existing building
• Steps
• Wheelchair ramps and other accessibility features

If you would like to apply for an encroachment please fill out our application form below.
Encroachment Application 

Next Steps: Staff will contact you after submission has been approved to arrange for payment. The fees vary based on the type of encroachment, review our fees and charges webpage for a breakdown. If you have any questions or to find out more information, please contact the Works and Engineering Department by email or phone at 905-885-8760.

Payment can be made at our Development Team Office (located at 5 Mill Street South, Port Hope).