By-law Enforcement
| Animal control |
In the interest of safety, public nuisance and humanness to animals, the Council of the Town of Perth passed the Animal Control By-Law, which applies within the Town boundaries and affects:
Please contact our Animal Control/By-Law Enforcement Officer, Laura Lowson, at 613-812-5609 or by email ljlowson@gmail.com;
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| Dog and cat tags |
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Pursuant to Town of Perth Bylaw 3557, section 2.1.6, dog tags are valid for the length of one year; January 1-December 31 unless otherwise suspended or revoked. Dogs are required to be licensed annually whereas cats only require one licence for their lifetime.
Tags are sold at a reduced rate at the beginning of the year and at regular price for the balance of the year. The breakdown is as follows:
Animal licenses are available at the front counter at Town Hall (80 Gore Street East). Please be a responsible pet owner - have your pet spayed or neutered! |
| Property standards |
| If you have any concerns regarding property maintenance or occupancy standards please contact the Building Department at 613-267-3311, extension 2267. Property Standards By-law |
| Yard maintenance |
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On June 18, 2024 Council passed a Yard Maintenance By-law No. 5162.
Should you have any concerns regarding a property in the Town of Perth which may not meet these minimum requirements, please contact By-Law Enforcement / Property Standards Officer at 613-267-3311, extension 2245 or bylaw@perth.ca. |
| General Enforcement |
| This Staff Report was presented to Council in February of 2023 to outline the importance of enforcement. |