Applications, Licences and Permits
- Waterloo Region is responsible for keeping roadways safe, managing traffic flows and protecting infrastructure. Get the application you need, and apply for a permit today. Please refer to the most current version of the Region of Waterloo Fee and Charges By-law 20-001 for any related fees and/or charges associated with your application.
Access Permit (New! Online application and payment now available. | ||||||||||
An access permit is required by anyone wanting to create a point of entry on to a property from a Regional road. Please contact CorridorPlanning@regionofwaterloo.ca prior to filling out one of the following online applications:
Additional resources:
Please contact CorridorPlanning@regionofwaterloo.ca for online payment for "Other" permit access application payments. |
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Film Permit | ||||||||||
The Region of Waterloo supports the film industry and issues film permits for approved filming projects in our community. You must apply for a permit before you can start filming on a Regional road. This allows us to protect Regional property, while ensuring the rights, safety and privacy of our citizens. Please submit the permit no later than five business days before filming. When filming on property that is not Regional property, please ensure the proper permissions are in place as well as all applicable insurances. |
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Oversize Load and Superload Permits | ||||||||||
An oversize/overweight permit is required for any vehicles travelling on Regional roads when the dimensions or weight of a vehicle(s) exceeds the normal limits permitted by legislation.
NOTE: *It is the responsibility of any proponent moving oversize loads and/or vehicles on Regional roads, to be aware of all the oversize load requirements including minimum/maximum tolerances, and exception limits, as set out in the Highway Traffic Act. The Region of Waterloo is comprised of three Cities (Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo) and four Townships (North Dumfries, Wilmot, Wellesley and Woolwich).
NB: Half-Load Restrictions may apply on certain rural roads, typically during the spring thaw.
When a half-load restriction is in place, vehicles or loads over a certain weight class are not permitted to use the road. These restrictions will apply on non Regional roads in the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich. Please contact the area Municipalities for non-regional road restrictions.
Permits will be issued in two (2) categories:
1) Oversize Load:
Vehicle and/or loads within the following limits:
2) Superload:
Vehicle and/or loads within the following limits:
Please review the revised Oversize Load and Superload Terms and Conditions before applying.
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Salvage Shops and Yards Application | ||||||||||
The Region of Waterloo licenses and regulates salvage shop and salvage yard operations within the municipality, as per By-law 05-063. This type of operation includes recycling operations and used auto parts sales. The by-law ensures consumer protection by eliminating the possibility of intake and resale of stolen goods. The by-law also outlines standards for the shops and yards that protect our environment and ensure our communities remain beautiful for the residents and visitors of our Region. To apply for a salvage shop or yard licence please visit the Licensing and Enforcement office at 150 Frederick Street, 2nd Floor, Kitchener, Ontario or call 519-575-4400. To renew and pay (Visa or Mastercard accepted) for your Salvage Shop and/or Yard License you can use the online application form. |
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Second Hand Goods Shops and Dealers | ||||||||||
The Region of Waterloo licenses and regulates second hand shop and dealer businesses within the municipality, as per By-law 05-062. These types of businesses include the buying and selling of second hand merchandise as outlined in the by-law. The by-law ensures consumer protection by eliminating the possibility of intake and resale of stolen goods. To apply for a second hand goods shop or dealers licence please visit the Licensing and Enforcement office at 150 Frederick Street, 2nd Floor, Kitchener, Ontario or call 519-575-4400. To renew and pay (Visa or Mastercard accepted) for your Second Hand Goods Shop and/or Dealer License you can use the online application form. |
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Special Event Permit | ||||||||||
A special event permit is required for anyone wanting to hold a parade/procession, ceremony, street dance/party, beer garden, solicitation of donations from a motor vehicle (toll road), sidewalk/street sale, festival/carnival, race/walk-a-thon, demonstration or any similar event that requires a lane or road closure or may interfere with the normal flow of traffic on a Regional Road, but does not include a wedding or funeral procession, picketing, or an activity for which the Region has granted a Filming Event Permit or a Work Permit.
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Special Food Event Applications |
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Taxi-Cab Applications |
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Temporary Sign Permit |
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Approval is required from the Region of Waterloo in order to erect temporary signs. |
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Tree Cutting Permit | ||||||||||
Conservation of Trees (cutting, removal or destruction) The Regional Municipality of Waterloo endeavours to protect our natural forests and greenbelts for future generations and enhance the beauty of our communities. The Region's tree conservation By-law 08-026, applies to all woodland or forested areas that are at least one hectare or more in size with:
The by-law does not cover a cultivated fruit or nut orchard or a plantation established for the purpose of producing Christmas trees. To apply for a permit to harvest, cut, or otherwise "injure or destroy a tree" please contact Albert Hovingh or use the on-line application form for a Good Forestry Practices permit found here. |
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Work Permit | ||||||||||
The Region of Waterloo is responsible for traffic control operations and maintenance on Regional roads within the municipality. We aim to create and maintain safe and convenient roadways for users, ensure the longevity of the Region's infrastructure, and maintain a clean, safe community for all to enjoy.
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