The Town of Grand Valley can help you locate the applications, certificates, licenses and permits you need. The application process and associated fees will vary depending on your requirements. Some frequently requested applications and links to related information are provided below.
Application fees have changed and current rates are NOT reflected on the application forms
For the Tariff of Fees by-law, visit the By-laws page.
Planning
Application for Agreement
Application for Amendment to Town Official Plan under Section 22(4)(5) of the Planning Act
Application for Amendment to Zoning By-law under Section 34 of the Planning Act
Application for Consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act
Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision or Condominium under Section 22(4)(5) of the Planning Act
Application for Part Lot Control under Section 50(1) of the Planning Act
Application for Pre-consultation
Application for Site Plan Approval
Building
Building and Construction Permits
Building & Demolition Application
Sign Application
Fence and Pool Enclosure Permit
Water Permit
Tax Certificates
When a property is being sold, the purchaser requires information current property taxes and arrears. Occasionally, property owners require verification of the status of their property tax account, and a tax certificate may be required. To purchase a tax certificate, email taxes@townofgrandvalley.ca or call our office at 519-928-5652 or fax your request to 519-928-2275.
Certificates
Tax Certificates
When a property is being sold, the purchaser requires information current property taxes and arrears. Occasionally, property owners require verification of the status of their property tax account, and a tax certificate may be required. To purchase a tax certificate, please call our office at 519-928-5652 or fax your request to 519-928-2275.
Birth Certificates
Birth Certificates are issued by the Province of Ontario through the Office of the Registrar General. You can complete the application for a birth certificate online through ServiceOntario.
Death Certificates
Death Certificates are issued by the Province of Ontario through the Office of the Registrar General. For deaths that occur in Ontario, the funeral director or person responsible for completing the death information brings the documents to the office of the municipal clerk. The division registrar (clerk or deputy clerk) records the information, issues a burial permit and forwards the documents to the Office of the Registrar General. You can complete the application for a death certificate online through ServiceOntario.
Marriage Certificates
Marriage certificates are issued by the Province of Ontario through the Office of the Registrar General. You can complete the application for a marriage certificate online through ServiceOntario.
Permits
Burn Permits
Yearly burn permits are available, free of charge, at the Municipal Office. Visit our Burning in Grand Valley page for information.
Building and Construction Permits
For building in Grand Valley, the County of Dufferin Building Department gives final approval on all applications to construct or demolish. The County Building Department will accept applications to construct or demolish ONLY after you have acquired local Municipal Approval from the Town of Grand Valley.
Contact the Town of Grand Valley Municipal Office at 519-928-5652 to ensure that your application for Municipal Approval conforms with all requirements, per the checklist below.
A submission for local Municipal Approval generally requires the following:
- Complete application form which includes:
- Site Sketch (showing septic location, well, buildings, setbacks, pool designs and layouts, etc)
- Schedule 1 Designer form
- Payment of applicable Fee (from the Tariff of Fees by-law)
- GRCA Permit for lands that are regulated by the Grand River Conservation Authority
- County Building Package
- Payment of applicable Development charge in accordance with the Development Charge By-law
Once the Municipal Approvals are obtained and all applicable fees are paid to the Town, hand deliver the Municipal Approval Package along with any additional information/documentation required to the County Building Department. Fees apply. Detailed septic information is not required at the municipal level but is required to accompany the Building Permit submission to the County.
For more information on building permits or drawing requirements, please call the County Building Department at 519-941-2362 or email them at building@dufferincounty.ca.
Entrance Permits
An entrance permit is required to establish or change an entranceway onto a property off of a public road. Visit the Town of Grand Valley Municipal Office to ensure that your application conforms with all requirements. Once approvals are obtained and all applicable fees are paid, submit a completed Entrance Permit Application Form. For more information on entrance permits, please call the Town of Grand Valley Municipal Office at 519-928-5652.
For new entrances, property owners can obtain their Emergency Number (green number) from the County of Dufferin by completing and submitting an Emergency Number Application Form to the County.
Permits to Construct a Fence or a Pool Enclosure
The Town of Grand Valley regulates Fencing through By-law 2020-31 as amended. See our fence brochure for information.
The Dufferin County Building Department issues permits to construct a pool enclosures when you obtain a building permit. Visit the Grand Valley Municipal Office to ensure that your application conforms with all requirements and obtain municipal approval for your pool and enclosure (see above, Building and Construction Permits). Once approvals are obtained and all applicable fees are paid, submit a completed building permit application along with copies of the approvals to the Dufferin County Building Department. For more information on building permits, please call the Town of Grand Valley Municipal Office at 519-928-5652.
Water Permits
Water Permits are required for connection to the Municipal water system. Permit Application forms can be picked up from the Town of Grand Valley Municipal office. For more information on water permits, please call the Town of Grand Valley Municipal Office at 519-928-5652.
Licences
Please see below for information on Dog Licenses, Lottery Licenses and Marriage Licenses
Dog Licenses
All dogs in the Town Grand Valley must be licensed and wear a current dog tag in accordance with our Canine Control Bylaw.
Visit grandvalley.docupet.com to license your pet now and browse hundreds of license tag styles.
The Town of Grand Valley has partnered with DocuPet to provide an enhanced pet licensing experience for Grand Valley residents. Dog licenses can now be purchased and renewed online at grandvalley.docupet.com. This new, easy-to-use online licensing service provides a quick and easy process to license your pet in Grand Valley.
Previously, dog licenses expired annually on December 31, but through the new partnership with DocuPet licenses are now valid for 365 days after purchase. This means that no matter what time of year residents purchase a dog’s license, it will be valid for 365 days. Please note that all 2021 licenses will now expire on March 31, 2022.
The new licensing program allows residents to select a standard license tag at no additional charge or upgrade to one of DocuPet’s colourful designer tag styles for $15. 20% of all designer tag sales are donated to Orangeville SPCA through DocuPet’s Safe&Happy Fund.
Each DocuPet tag, standard or designer, doubles as a pet’s official license in Grand Valley and comes equipped with the HomeSafe™ 24/7 lost pet service, which relies on a dedicated full time dispatch staff and linked pet profiles to help get lost pets home quickly.
Licensing your dog not only displays responsible pet ownership but it also helps fund local animal welfare initiatives in your community. In addition to your pet’s official Grand Valley pet license, here are some benefits of your DocuPet online profile:
- Hundreds of unique and colourful designer tag styles to choose from or design your own tag style online
- With full access to HomeSafe™ 24/7 lost pet service, upload recent photos of your pet and include important information that will help identify and retrieve them if they become lost
- Gain access to exclusive promotions and discounts
- Add additional pet guardians to your pet's profile
- Skip the trip and easily purchase or renew your pet's license from the comfort of home
- Upload important new documents for your pet by snapping a photo
- Make an optional donation to the Orangeville SPCA via DocuPet’s Safe&Happy Fund and help support local animals in need
- Easily view and download your pet’s license documentation
- Read up on exclusive pet-focused content
- Manage, or make changes to your account at anytime including updating your contact information and making changes to pet details and status
- View your order status and history
Lottery Licenses
All lotteries, raffles, 50/50 draws, etc., require a license issued by either the municipality or the Province of Ontario. The Town of Grand Valley can only issue licenses for lotteries run by charitable or non-profit organizations as defined by the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario. Please call the Town of Grand Valley Municipal Office at 519-928-5652 to confirm license eligibility and the availability of a Licensing Officer.
Marriage Licenses
The Town of Grand Valley is pleased to partner with the Province to offer online marriage license application services. Please visit this link Getting married/ontario.ca to learn more and apply online.
Planning your wedding ceremony is exciting and at times overwhelming. We're here to make the process easier. We can help you get all of the documents you need to make your marriage official.
Our office is your destination for these needs. We are available Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except statutory and other holidays).
Apply for a Marriage Licence
Marriage licenses can be issued by the Town of Grand Valley, within 3 months of the proposed date of marriage.
You will need to complete an Ontario Marriage License Application Form and submit it to the Town Hall located at 5 Main Street North from Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. You can also apply for your marriage license online at the following link Getting married/ontario.ca
You will require an appointment to obtain your marriage license. We encourage both applicants attend together; however, if only one person can attend, they will need proper documents for the absent person. Two pieces of government issued identification will be required.
To set up an appointment for requesting a marriage license, please call the Municipal Office at 519-928-5652 or email us at info@townofgrandvalley.ca.
Upon arrival at your booked appointment, your application will be processed as you wait and you will leave with an official marriage license. Marriage licenses are valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
If previously married, an original or court certified copy of the decree absolute or an original Certificate of Divorce is required. Divorce judgements and orders are not acceptable, nor are photocopies.
The fee for a marriage license is $115.00, payable by cash, debit or credit card.
Along with your completed Marriage License Application form, both applicants will need to have two pieces of government issued identification. Once piece must be photo ID. Valid government ID includes a:
- Birth certificate, including any change of name certificates
- Valid passport
- Record of immigration landing
- Canadian Citizenship Card
- Valid driver's license
- Valid Ontario Photo Card
If both applicants can't attend in person, one applicant can bring the above identification requirements for both applicants.
If you are divorced or widowed and applying for a marriage license, you will need to review the Government of Ontario guidelines to make sure you have all of the necessary paperwork.
Applicants under 18 years of age
In order to get a marriage license in Ontario, you must be at least 16 years of age. Review the Government of Ontario age regulations to determine what you need to get a marriage license under the age of 18.
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Town of Grand Valley
5 Main St. N., Grand Valley
Ontario L9W 5S6
Telephone: 1-519-928-5652
Fax: 1-519-928-2275
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. Closed holidays.