Notice to the Development Community
Water and Wastewater Servicing Capacity Update
Current Status (August 2026)
Capacity: Through a review of conditional capacity, Staff have identified 48 cubic metres of capacity. As directed by Council, 10 cubic metres is being set aside to support small business expansions and renovations that are 3 cubic metres or less in capacity. This leaves 38 cubic metres available for larger ICI or residential projects to apply for.
The Municipality is opening its capacity allocation intake for projects seeking sanitary capacity. The deadline to submit a request for capacity is Friday August 28th, 2026. It is anticipated that recommendations will be made to the Committee of Adjustment by mid-September.
Interim Control By-Law: Council extended the By-Law to June 2027. The results of the Municipality’s servicing needs and policies study would then be expected to go before Council in early 2027.
Inflow and Infiltration Program: Our investments have resulted in minor improvements in our system to reduce unnecessary flows. To date, the increase in servicing capacity has been limited. This work is ongoing, and we will continue to identify and address system repairs, such as sanitary main relining or replacement, maintenance hole repairs etc.
Treatment Plant Expansion: Crews are on track to complete the first phase of the plant expansion at the start of 2027. After it is complete, it will take a few months before we have confidence in the level of new capacity. The full plant expansion, which will resolve our capacity challenges, is expected to be done in early 2029.
Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan: The Municipality is planning ahead to ensure we can meet our servicing needs for the next 20 years. The Master Plan has been adopted by Council.
Our Commitment to the Development Community
Moving forward, we plan to provide you monthly updates on our progress.
We understand the development community, builders and property owners face financial and building pressures, and that these short-term constraints impact project timelines and investment choices.
The development community plays a crucial role in supporting North Grenville's growth, housing availability, and economic progress. The Municipality will continue to review development applications to ensure projects are as close to shovel ready once capacity is available.
We also recognize the importance of ongoing and regular communications with you. Moving forward, we plan to provide you monthly updates on our progress. We will also keep this webpage up to date with the latest information.
North Grenville values the continued involvement of the development community. We appreciate your ongoing partnership as the Municipality works to enhance and deliver safe, compliant and efficient infrastructure capacity and promote sustainable growth.
Thank you for your ongoing patience.
Urban Properties
For Water/Sewer Permit Applications
Obtaining permits for water/sewer connections for urban properties are essential for health and safety. Improper hook up of these systems can result in dangerous gases escaping as well as contamination of drinking water, putting individuals' health in jeopardy.
No part of an installation is to be enclosed without inspection and approval of the Water/Sewer Inspector.
For more information, contact:
Municipality of North Grenville
285 County Road 44
Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0
Tel: (613) 258-9569 x159
Fax: (613) 258-9620
Contact
Water Waste Water
613-258-9569 ext. 159
