Frequently Asked Questions

Tax bills are mailed at the beginning of March and September, with payment due on the last business day of those months.

Yes, you can sign up for our preauthorized payment plan. Payments will be automatically deducted on the 15th of every month. To enroll, simply complete the form and return it to our office. You only need to submit it once to set up the plan.

Augusta Township does not operate a municipal water system. Each property relies on private wells and septic systems, which are the owner’s responsibility. There are no fire hydrants in the township.

For Township-maintained roads, contact the Public Works Department at 613‑925‑4231 ext. 301 or submit details via our Contact Us page.
For County roads, call Leeds & Grenville Public Works at 613‑342‑3840 ext. 2413.

County roads in Augusta include:

• CR 2 (Highway 2) • CR 6 • CR 15 (Maitland/Merrickville Rd) • CR 18 • CR 21 • CR 26 • CR 31 (Blue Church Rd) • CR 45 (Brockchem Rd)

The Township does not provide curbside collection. Residents must use our waste transfer stations. Visit our Waste Management & Recycling page for details.

• Maynard Transfer Station: Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM; Sat 8 AM–4 PM

• North Augusta Transfer Station: Tue & Thu 9 AM–5 PM; Sat 8 AM–4 PM

Email the Public Works and Recreation Coordinator or call 613‑925‑4231 ext. 301, including the location and your contact details. We will arrange for repair.

Permits are needed for any structure over 10 m² (108 ft²), including pools deeper than 1 ft, party tents, and portable sheds. See our Building Information & Applications page for full details.

While fences do not require a permit, they must comply with the Zoning By-law. See our Fences & Fence Viewers page for guidelines.

Not permitted on residential properties, except temporarily with a valid building permit during construction. Contact the Chief Building Official at 613‑925‑4231 ext. 106.

No, mobile homes are only permitted in designated parks within the township.

Contact the Planning Department at 613‑925‑4231 ext. 104 with the address to confirm zoning and obtain guidance.

Hobby farms require a minimum of 2 hectares (4.94 acres). Adhere to MDS guidelines from OMAFRA. Contact the Planning Department to verify zoning and approval requirements.

Home businesses are allowed in many zones. Please contact the Planning Department or submit a Planning Inquiry Request Form with your property address.

Some areas receive mail from centralized mailboxes. Contact your local Canada Post office or visit their website for setup instructions.

Canada Post assigns mailing addresses based on delivery routes, which may cross municipal boundaries. Mailing addresses (e.g., Prescott, North Augusta, Oxford Mills, Spencerville, Brockville) may not reflect actual township boundaries.

Contact the Planning Department at 613‑925‑4231 ext. 104, or submit a Planning Inquiry Request Form, to see what records are available.

Augusta is served by the OPP (Grenville County—Prescott Detachment) at 200 Development Drive, Prescott. Visit the station to apply for police checks.

Contact Public Works at 613‑925‑4231 ext. 301, and we will inspect the issue.

The Township does not provide wildlife removal services. Please contact a licensed wildlife control agency for assistance.

We do not publicly disclose details about delinquent properties. If a property becomes available, it will be listed on our website, Facebook page, and in local newspapers. The process can take several months.

You may request a Building Compliance Letter for a $100 fee. Buyers must have their lawyer request this; current owners may request it directly. The Chief Building Official will review the property file and provide relevant information.

Well records are maintained by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment. Call the Well Help Desk at 1-888-396-9355 or access records via the Ontario Well Records interactive map online.

South Nation Conservation handles septic permits in Augusta and retains historic records from the former Leeds & Grenville Health Unit. Call 613‑984‑2948 or visit their website to apply for septic permits.