The Municipality of Port Hope issues licenses and permits for a variety of purposes. Each one has its own application instructions and associated fees. Click on each link located to the right to view more information for the licences and permits that are available.
Information about burns and applications to our Fire Administration Office for local burn permits.
Apply for business licenses and permits such as B&B's, taxi's, and food vehicles.
Register your perfect pooch for a dog licence online or view information about Port Hope's dog licence by-laws.
Changes to heritage homes require approval, which you can apply for here.
Review guidelines on owning, operating, and registering a kennel.
Find information on the discharging, consumption, and sale of fireworks in Port Hope.
View regulations on lottery licences, if your organization is eligible, and how to obtain one.
To make your special day official, register for a marriage certificate and view our pre-marriage checklist.
Looking to plan an event in Port Hope? View all requirements and complete an application here.
View this page for a variety of municipal planning and development application forms.
Visit for information on application forms, fees, and inspections for plumbing and sewage permits.
We want you to be able to join in the fun no matter what. Visit this page to learn how.
Visit for information on temporarily occupying a road, exemption from heavy load restrictions, or entrance permits.
Find information on special event signage and temporary tents.
