Applications, Licences, and Permits

2022 Development Charges

2020 DC Reserve Fund Statement

County of Oxford Development Charges Information Sheet - April 1 2021

2019 DC Reserve Fund Stmt

2018 DC Reserve Fund Stmt

Notice:

*Civil Ceremonies are not being performed at Town Hall at this time. We will provide an update when this status changes.*

If interested in a civil ceremony at Town Hall Email: clerks@ingersoll.ca.

A date for the ceremony must be arranged with an officiant for a ceremony prior to applying for a marriage license. 

To request a marriage license visit service ontario or email  clerks@ingersoll.ca

The Town of Ingersoll performs Civil Wedding Ceremonies.

The Clerk or an appointed deputy may perform civil wedding ceremonies in the Town Centre, Council Chambers, at 130 Oxford Street in Ingersoll, Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (holidays excluded) for a fee of $250.00+HST. For information see our Civil Marriage Package.

Marriage Licenses are issued by appointment only at Town Hall located at 130 Oxford St, 2nd floor Monday through Thursday between the hours of 10:00 am and 12:00 pm.

To request a marriage license visit Service Ontario or contact clerks@ingersoll.ca.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate walk in requests at this time due to a high volume of demand.

The cost for a Marriage License is $125, payable by cash or debit.

Marriage License Application

Follow these steps to apply for a marriage license:

• Visit Service Ontario’s Online Marriage License Application Portal  or visit Town Hall Offices to obtain a paper copy of the marriage license application.
• Gather identification documents for you and your partner and, if it applies, proof of divorce.

• Once the completed application is submitted you will be contacted by the Clerk’s Department to schedule an appointment to pick up your marriage license and pay the required fee of $125 (Debit and Cash accepted)
• Originals of ID's (for both applicants) and any divorce certificates (for both applicants if applicable) MUST be presented for validation when you come to collect your marriage license.

Age Restrictions

You must be at least 16 years old to get married in Ontario.

Under 18 years old: If you are 16 or 17 years of age and wish to marry you will need written consent from your parents or legal guardians. You can obtain the required consent form from the Ingersoll Town Hall Office.

Required Identification

Two pieces of original valid identification for both parties are required. Photocopies will not be accepted. If any of your identification is in a language other than English or French, you must present it with an official translation of the document.

The first piece of identification must be any of the following:

• a government-issued birth certificate, including any change of name certificates
• a valid passport
• a record of immigrant landing
• a Canadian citizenship card

The second piece of identification must be in the form of government-issued photo identification, including:

• a valid driver’s license
• a valid passport
• a valid Ontario Photo Card
• a BYID age-of-majority-card

**Health cards are not accepted as identification

If You Are Divorced

If one or both of the applicants applying for a Marriage License has been divorced and the divorce was granted in Canada, the original or a certified true copy of the Decree Absolute or Certificate of Divorce must be provided. Divorce Judgments will not be accepted.

Divorces granted outside of Canada require Registrar General authorization. Contact Service Ontario for more information.

If one or both of the applicants are widowed, a copy of the Death Certificate is required.

Marriage Act (Ref: R.S.O. 1990, c. M.3, s. 31)

County planning staff are at the Town Hall on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to discuss your project.

Planning staff can provide professional advice and recommendations for your Minor Variance Application.

• Ensure development enhances and is compatible with the surrounding area in terms of character, use and scale.
• Present a favourable image of the Town to visitors, potential investors and residents.
• Contribute to a safe, functional and visually attractive built environment for all users.
• Ensure the development is compatible with the natural environment of both the surrounding area and downstream areas.
• Ensure that the Towns technical requirements (Engineering, Planning, Recreation, Fire, Building, Public Works) are satisfied.

Applicants are encouraged to review the Site Plan Approval Guidelines prior to submitting a Site Plan Application Form. If you require further assistance please contact the Town Hall at 519-485-0120.

County planning staff are at the Town Hall on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to discuss your project. Zone Change Application Form