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Notice of Road Resurfacing - Villiers Line

The Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan, and its’ contractor, Miller Paving will begin road resurfacing work (top-coating) on Villiers Line.

Start Date: May 25, 2026

Expected Completion: June 8, 2026

Traffic Impacts: Lane restrictions may occur, and minor traffic delays are expected during construction hours.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work is completed.

Notice of Road Resurfacing - Third Line

The Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan, and its contractor, Miller Paving will begin road resurfacing work (top-coating) on: Third Line, between County Road 28 and County Road 2

Start Date: June 1, 2026

Expected Completion: June 15, 2026

Traffic Impacts: Lane restrictions may occur, and minor traffic delays are expected during construction hours.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work is completed.

Notice of Construction - Matchett Line and Mahood Road

The Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan and its contractor Drain Bros. will be commencing construction activities on Matchett Line (from Wallace Point Road to Willow Road) and Mahood Road (from Matchett Line to Wallace Point Road).

Project Details: The project will start with the removal of some trees within the municipal road allowance, followed by ditching and drainage work.  Once this is complete, the existing road will be graded, geotextile installed and base aggregate added. This will be followed by the application of the new asphalt road surface. 

When: Work is expected to begin on May 4, 2026 and be completed by July 31, 2026.

Traffic Impact: Traffic on these roads will be impacted, and lane closures can be expected.  Full road closures (local traffic only) may be necessary but will be temporary, (1 day maximum).

Alternate Route: Residents and visitors can use alternate routes via Driscoll Road and Wallace Point Road.  Traffic impact will depend on where the work is taking place however, OSM Township and Drain Bros Construction will ensure traffic disruptions are kept to a minimum.

If you would like more information about the construction project, please contact or email Craig Brooks, Director of Operations 705-745-3595, directorofoperations@osmtownship.ca.

Building & Planning

New development and/or building construction needs to meet specific regulations.
The review of these projects and issuing of permits gives opportunity to ensure:
    • the project meets zoning and official plan requirements,
    • all construction meets current building standards, and
    • other agencies with jurisdiction have opportunity to review the project.

Specific departments conduct these reviews:

    • The building department reviews all construction projects within the Township.
      Enforcement of the building code protects the health, safety and welfare of the public.
    • The planning department reviews projects to make sure they meet zoning and official plan requirements.

Building Services
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Planning Services
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Zoning

Compliance Letter Fees

If you require any of the following compliance letters, you need to submit the request in writing and include a cheque for the appropriate fee(s) below, made payable to the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan.

Work Orders/Building Permit issuance/inspections $90.00

Zoning Compliance $90.00

Survey Compliance Review (current and legible) $112.00

Site Plan Compliance Review $112.00

Tax Certificate $50.00

Contact the Building & Planning Department

Contact Us

P.O. Box 70,
20 Third Street,
Keene, ON, K0L 2G0
Phone: 705-295-6852
Fax: 705-295-6405
info@osmtownship.ca

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