TOWN DEPARTMENTS

Public Works

The Public Works Department provides the following services:

• Engineering, construction and maintenance of roads, storm sewers, and sidewalks.
• Capital works.
• Short and long-term planning and financial control.
• Development approvals including subdivision, site planning, and other Planning Department applications.
• General control and guidance to the Roads Operation and Maintenance Division located at the Madill Church Road Garage.

Road Maintenance and Capital Projects

On this page you will find weekly reports of scheduled road work and expected times of completion.  Scheduled work is subject to change based upon weather conditions and emergency work requirements.

Tenders

Please visit the Bid Opportunities page for further tender information.

Road Maintenance Operations

The Town of Huntsville maintains 350 kilometres of town-owned and 150 kilometres of District of Muskoka owned roads.

Maintenance operations are conducted from the Public Works Yard on Madill Church Road. In addition to winter and summer road maintenance, personnel are responsible for the maintenance of the Town's vehicle fleet, storm sewer system, sidewalks, pavement markings, signage, and contracted services.  

For further information, contact the Madill Public Works Yard during normal business hours at (705) 789-5684 (8:30am to 12:00pm, closed for lunch and open from 1:00pm - 4:30pm).  Emergency calls may be placed to the answering service by calling our 24 hour emergency line at (705) 789-5553.

Winter Road Maintenance

Have you ever wondered what route you are on for plowing and/or sanding?  Take a look at our maps and see your plowing and/or sanding route.

Reduced Load Period

From early March to the end of May, all roads (other than those with exemptions) will be restricted to load limits of 5 tonnes per axle.  These restrictions will remain in effect for the above noted time period and will depend on road conditions with signs posted accordingly.  Long range planning for construction works and deliveries etc. by contractors and businesses should be considered at this time of year.  

All inquires during the above noted time period, including any possible early removal of restrictions, should be directed to the Public Works Department at (705) 789-5684 ext. 3821.

Portions of Town roads to which the

reduced load period designation DOES NOT APPLY.

Permits

Please note that the following permits are available at the Madill Public Works Yard. 

Fees are accepted by debit, cash or cheque.

Entrance Permit

An entrance permit is required for all new entrances to be constructed as well as any alterations being made to existing entrances onto Town of Huntsville roads.   The cost of the entrance permit is $110.00 (includes 2 inspections).  A deposit of $110.00 is also required and will be returned to the applicant upon final inspection approval.  The fee and deposit can be paid as one lump sum. 

For further information, please contact our office (705) 789-5684, ext. 3821.

Please Note:  Entrance permits will only be accepted in original form (dropped off or mailed in - not faxed) and will not be processed until the fee has been received.

Road Allowance Sign Application & Permit

A sign permit is required for any permanent or temporary sign to be located within the Town of Huntsville right of way (road allowance).   The initial fee for a sign permit is $38.50.   There is an annual fee of $22.00 per square meter, per sign ($22.00 minimum).     The fee for a Cottage Association is $27.50.

For further information, please contact our office (705) 789-5684, ext. 3821.

Please Note:  Sign permits will only be accepted in original form (dropped off or mailed in - not faxed) and will not be processed until the fee has been received.

Overload/Moving Permit

An overload/moving permit is required for any vehicle traveling on a Town of Huntsville road carrying a load which is over length, height, width or weight as described in the Highway Traffic Act.   The cost of an overload/moving permit is $55.00.

For further information, please contact our office (705) 789-5684, ext. 3821.

Please Note:  Overload/Moving permits will be accepted by fax but will not be processed until the fee has been received.

Roadway Occupation Permit

Roadway Occupation permits are required when any work is to be done on a Town of Huntsville road allowance (road or sidewalk).  The cost of the Roadway Occupation permit is $70.00.

For further information, please contact our office (705) 789-5684, ext. 3821.

Please Note:  Roadway Occupation permits will be accepted by fax but will not be processed until the fee has been received.

Storm Sewer Hook-Up Permit

Storm Sewer Hook-Up permits are required when hooking up to the sewer system.   The cost of the permit is $55.00.  

For further information, please contact our office (705) 789-5684, ext. 3821.

Please Note:  Storm sewer permits will only be accepted in original form (dropped off or mailed in - not faxed) and will not be processed until the fee has been received.

Household Hazardous Waste Program

The Household Hazardous Waste Program is operated by the District Municipality of Muskoka. For a schedule, please phone the District office (705) 645-6764 or 1-800-281-3483 for more information or view the Household Hazardous Waste Program online.

Garbage Collection/Residential Service

The District of Muskoka provides Huntsville's recycling and garbage collection services. View the Garbage Collection Schedule online or phone the District office     (705) 645-6764 or 1-800-281-3483 for more information.

Site Plan Design Guidelines

Two site plan guidelines have been prepared to assist developers in making their site plan submissions for quick approval:

Urban Development Site Plan Design Guide

Rural Development Site Plan Design Guide

Subdivision Development

The Town's subdivision criteria are currently under review and revision. Until Council approves new criteria, developers are asked to reference the following general guides.

For more specific information, please contact the Public Works Department at (705) 789-5684, Ext. 3821.

Storm Water Criteria

Storm water management criteria in Huntsville have been developed in conjunction with the District of Muskoka and Ministry of the Environment. The Town is currently revising its storm pond design criteria to incorporate esthetic improvements, e.g., side slope criteria, natural vegetative buffers, etc. Contact the Public Works Department at (705) 789-5684, Ext. 3821.

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