Holiday Office Closure & Service Impact Reminder

The Township Administration Centre, located at 2231 Nursery Road in Minesing, will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.

The office will remain closed Monday, April 6, 2026 and reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

For immediate assistance during this time, please contact the after-hours line at: 1-800-489-8956

Welcome to Springwater's updated website!

We've refreshed our look to make it easier to read and find the information you need, while keeping the services and content you rely on. While the design has been refreshed, you will still find everything in the same place. Our site navigation and structure have not changed. 

If you notice a broken link or anything that doesn’t work quite right, use the Report a Concern feature to let us know. 

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Home and Property

Working on your home and property in the Township of Springwater? Whether you're building or renovating your home, booking an inspection, or paying your taxes, we can help. Find out what's required to get a building permit to stop any avoidable fines or fees.

Septic Re-inspection Program

The Township is launching this year's Mandatory Septic Re-Inspection Program for properties located within Source Water Protection Areas (SWPA). These properties are required, under provincial regulations, to undergo septic re-inspections every five years. Affected properties are generally located within 100 meters of a municipal wellhead. Click here to see where your property falls in the SWPA.

The 2026 inspection period will run from June through August. You will receive a notice from the Township if your property is included in this program.

 The inspection will generally include: 

  • Determining the location of all septic system components
  • Determining separation distances to key lot features (i.e. structures, lot lines)
  • A visual inspection of tank/lid structure
  • A visual inspection of the septic bed
  • Review and assessment of septic documentation/information (if sufficient documents are not on file, the property owner may be required to provide information such as a septic pump-out report/receipt from a qualified individual)
  • A written report by the inspector, with a copy being provided to the property owner

As part of the program, you must provide:

  • A copy of your most recent septic pump-out receipt

There is no cost for the initial inspection and one follow-up inspection, if required. Additional inspections will be charged in accordance with the Township's Fees and Charges By-law

Your notification letter includes the dates when the Township Septic Inspector will be in your area. You may also book an inspection outside these dates through your portal account.

If you would like to be present during the inspection, please contact Building Services to arrange a suitable time.

Property Maintenance Standards

All properties need to meet the minimum requirements set out in the Property Standards By-law, as well as the Clean, Safe Properties By-law.

If you have a concern regarding a property (e.g. derelict vehicles and boats, long grass and damaged trees or buildings) within the Township, please submit your concern to the By-law Enforcement Department using the Township's online portal.

To appeal an order under the Property Standards By-law, please complete the online property standards appeal application.

Compliance Requests

Individuals requiring building, planning or septic compliance information can submit a compliance request online. A fee will apply based on how quickly the service is requested.

Routine Disclosure

Routine disclosures are available for specific documents in Building Services. The information is available to a property owner, a listing agent with proof of the listing, or an authorized agent. A fee will apply based on the information being requested.

Campfires

Make sure you have the correct fire permit for your property and find out what you need to do to keep your home safe.

Zoning

The Zoning By-law sets strict rules about what you can and cannot do with land. Read up about zoning if you are considering making a change to your property.

Well Records

We do not keep well records. For information about your well, contact the Ontario Well Registry or call 1-888-396-9355.

9-1-1 Signs

Individuals can now complete an online form to request a new or replacement 9-1-1 sign. Requests are usually fulfilled within two business days.

Contact Us

Township of Springwater
Administration Centre
2231 Nursery Road
Minesing, ON
L9X 1A8

Email: Contact Us
Phone: 705-728-4784
General Fax: 705-728-6957