News and Notices

Online building inspection request form provides more convenient access for permit holders

New online form streamlines scheduling process

Building inspections are completed at various stages throughout a building or renovation project to ensure all construction meets the requirements set out in your building permit application and the Ontario Building Code.

Severn's new online Building Inspection Request form allows building permit holders convenient, seven-day-a-week access to request an inspection from their computer, phone, or handheld device. 

When booking your inspection, please note:

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Severn begins door-to-door fire safety awareness campaign

Program aims to engage residents in conversations about home fire safety

Severn's Fire Prevention Officer will be visiting properties in Coldwater during the week of July 24 to 28 to talk about the importance of replacing your old smoke alarms, and to remind residents to check for working alarms at least once a month.

Severn Fire and Emergency Services recommends that you install new smoke alarms at least every ten years. Smoke alarms start to become less reliable after that time due to...

Swim advisory lifted for Washago Centennial Park beach

Always check before you swim

Based on water testing from July 19, the SMDHU has lifted the swim advisory for Washago Centennial Beach initially placed on July 13.

Every summer between June and September, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) collects water samples each week from public beaches within Simcoe and Muskoka.

In Ontario, water samples are tested for E. coli bacteria and the beach may be posted when bacteria levels exceed the recreational water quality guideline of 200 E. coli per 100...

Notice of herbicide use for Giant hogweed control on the Uhthoff Trail

Details of control measures

Township of Severn has contracted Weedman to undertake the application of herbicide to occurrences of Giant hogweed located along the Uhthoff Trail, primarily in the areas of Division Road and Carlyon Line, and Uhthoff Line and Foxmead Road. Signage will be placed in the areas of the trail that have been treated. 

Date and time

This work has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Impacts to trail users

The trail will remain open to all users. Please...

Giant hogweed to be managed on the Uhthoff Trail

Details of notice

Township of Severn has noted occurrences of Giant hogweed along the edges of the Uhthoff Trail, primarily in the areas of Division Road and Carlyon Line, and Uhthoff Line and Foxmead Road. 

Impacts to trail users

The trail will remain open to all users. Please stay on the designated trail and avoid entering any vegetated areas that may contain Giant hogweed. 

Information on Giant hogweed

Giant hogweed is an invasive plant that has been found in Severn. Invasive species  are harmful...