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Applications, Permits and Licenses
Business licence requirements
Businesses operating in the Town of Amherstburg may require a Business Licence from the Town of Amherstburg's Licensing Department. The Town regulates different types of businesses for the purpose of health and safety, nuisance control, and consumer protection.
Business Licenses are issued and governed by Town of Amherstburg.
To find out if your particular business is subject to a Business Licence contact the Licensing Department at 519-736-0012 ext. 2219.
Application and forms
Once you submit the application with the appropriate fee, it is your responsibility to book the required inspections pertaining to your application.
Taxi Licenses
Taxi Licenses are issued and governed by the Town of Amherstburg's By-law 2012-114
Submit all completed applications to the Licensing Department.
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Liquor Licence Applications
(Permanent Establishments/New Establishments/Temporary Extension Applications)
Liquor Licenses for permanent establishments are granted by the AGCO. As part of the process of applying for a licence, the applicant is required to provide a number of approvals from the municipal authority.
The Licensing Department assists business owners by coordinating municipal approvals (Fire Department, Building Department, Clerk's department). Applicants are required to contact the Health Department directly for approvals required from that authority.
Applicants must obtain an application package directly from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario website at www.agco.on.ca or by calling 1-800-522-2876. The package will contain a Municipal Information Form and/or Agency Letter of Approval(s).
The forms must be filled out and brought to the Licensing Department at Town Hall, together with the completed Municipal Information form a copy of the sketch/plan and a processing fee of $63.00 (to be made by cash, cheque or debit).
The Licensing Department will do the following:
- Require the applicant to complete the Municipal Information form
- Receive a copy of the Municipal Information Form and Agency Letter(s) of Approval (as included in the AGCO application package)
- Receive the processing fee of $63.00
- Forward the application to Building and Fire division on your behalf
- Return all forms completed to the applicant
Please allow 3 weeks for the Town to complete the forms.
A Special Occasion Permit (SOP) is required any time liquor is offered for sale or served anywhere other than in a licensed establishment (other than a private indoor area). SOP are for occasion, special events only and not for personal profit.
Applicants can obtain an application package directly from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario website at www.agco.on.ca or by calling 1-800-522-2876.
The Applicant is required to provide notification of the event (in writing) to the local Municipal Clerk's Department, Police, Fire and Health Department at least 30 or 60 days before the event informing the authority of the event and identifying any physical boundaries.
Please note: if a tent or marque is used, you must also notify the Building Department in writing.
The Licensing Department will assist Applicants by coordinating these notices to Police, Fire and Building Departments. Applicants are required to contact the Health Department directly for approvals required from that authority. Please attach a copy of the Application for Special Occasion Permit for our reference.
The Licensing Department will do the following:
- Receive a copy of the Letters of Notification (Be sure to include copy of SOP Application)
- Advise applicant of any concerns or issues
Please note: ensure that the Town receives these notices in the time as noted under AGCO guidelines (30 or 60 days)
Submit all completed applications to the Licensing Department located at:
271 Sandwich Street South
Amherstburg, Ontario
N9V 2A5
519-736-0012 ext. 2219
Requests for Noise By-law exemption requires the approval of Town Council, therefore, it is necessary for applications to be received at least 30 days prior to the planned event.
An administration fee of $63.00 is payable with the completed application.
Noise exemption applications are also available by contacting the Licensing Department at 519-736-0012 ext. 2219. Please return the completed application with your payment to the Town's Licensing Officer.
Death Certificates for a death that occurred in Ontario can be obtained online by visiting Service Ontario
To order a death certificate, you will need:
- First and last name of the person who died
- Sex of the person who died
- Date of death
- Name of city or town in which death took place
- Parental information about the person who died
- Spouse or partner information of person who died, if applicable
For further information, phone the Office of the Registrar General at 1-800-461-2156.
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Portable sign shall mean any sign which is not permanently affixed to the ground, building or structure and which is designed with or without wheels, so as to facilitate its movement from place to place.
A Portable Sign Permit is required to display a portable sign on private property in the Municipality. Completed forms must be submitted to the Municipal office along with the required fee.
Completed Applications and appropriate fees are to be provided to:
Licensing Officer
271 Sandwich St South
Amherstburg, ON
Telephone: 519-736-0012 ext. 2219
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Public Events have a very positive impact on the municipality and the spirit of our community. The Town supports new and existing Public Events that not only boost the economy in our Town, but bolsters the quality of life for our residents and brings new visitors to Amherstburg!
A Public Event on Town property may be defined as, but is not limited to:
- An event held on Town Property or at Town Facilities
- An event that is open to the general public with, or without, an admission fee
- An event that is advertised in the newspaper, media, web, signage, etc.
- An event that potentially involves a number of attendees and requires special measures put in place for accommodation
- An event that includes a Special Occasion Permit (serving of alcohol)
- An event that requires a Building Permit for tents, stages, or other structures
- An event that requires Police patrol and support
Applications and a detailed Public Events Manual can be found at the link below:
www.amherstburg.ca/plananevent
For more information, please contact:
Jen Ibrahim, Manager of Tourism and Culture
519-730-1309
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