Bylaws and Permits

Permits are required for various activities within the town. Please ensure you are aware of the requirements, complete the application forms and receive the permits before starting any of the activities outlined below.

 

The applicable forms and or details are available at the village office. 
 

Building permits:

You are required to make application at the Village Office for a building permit to erect, place, construct, alter, repair, renovate or reconstruct any building in the Village of Simpson.  

A new building bylaw was approved by council in 2023. It is based upon the province of Saskatchewan mandatory requirements. 

 

Permit to move or demolish a building:

 

You are required to make application at the Village Office for a permit to move or demolish a building in village limits. 

A new building bylaw was approved by council in 2023. It is based upon the province of Saskatchewan mandatory requirements. 

 

Removal of buildings and clean-up of site:

 

Before you remove a building from the town you must: 

Obtain a demolition/moving permit.  

Pay all taxes owing to date of removal. 

Pay all water and sewer accounts outstanding to date of removal. 

Pay a minimum deposit which will be held until such time as the building is removed or demolished and the site put in a condition that is satisfactory to Council. 

A new building bylaw was approved by council in 2023. It is based upon the province of Saskatchewan mandatory requirements. 

 

Waste disposal:

The Village of  Simpson uses REACT Waste Managment Services for garbage rand waste removal. Recycling bins are provide for various materials at a central location. Only residents of Simpson are allowed use the bins provided.  

 

Truck and bus traffic: 

All trucks and buses entering the Village of Simpson are restricted to certain streets unless a special limited use permit has been issued by Council. Contact the village office to determine if such a permit will be needed. 

 

Monument permit, Simpson Cemetery:

 

No person shall erect, clean, repair, or remove a monument or marker without having obtained a permit and paying the nominal fee.

 

Other Village Bylaws:

 

The following is a complete list of all village bylaws.  All bylaws are available for reference in person at the village office.  Selected commonly referenced bylaws are included below and are avaialble for downloading in PDF format.

 

Building Bylaw

Noise Bylaw

Golf Cart Bylaw

 

              

  Click Current Bylaw List to view all of our current bylaws in Simpson.