Essex, ON supports zoning bylaw changes for short-term rental units with dedicated STRU hotline
Amended bylaws require licensing for all STRUs and restrict units opened after May 9, 2022, to commercial districts. The new rules also establish requirements for off-street parking based on each unit's number of bedrooms. Town officials established 1-833-ESSX STR as an around-the-clock hotline for community feedback on STRUs. Customer support representatives accept resident complaints about parking issues, noise levels, and other STRU issues.
Essex, ON
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Essex, ON compiles local business resources on Join Us In Essex website
Join Us In Essex hosts a Start a Business checklist for new businesses. The Economic Development Department included a guide to local and regional finance sources. Visitors to the website find commercial properties in the Available Lands section. The BizPal tool helps local companies complete online permit and license applications. A Success Stories section profiles Essex entrepreneurs and innovators leading local economic growth.
Essex, ON
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Essex, ON displays public works project details on the Capital Projects Map
The Capital Projects Map tracks local development trends based on approved municipal projects. The interactive map marks key projects for the current budget year with tabs for previous years. Each map pin includes a brief description of planned work and overall cost. Budget documents for capital projects are linked to each listing. Essex updates the map each year following approval of the town budget.
Essex, ON
Canada