Cobourg, ON (March 23, 2022) – On Wednesday, March 22, 2023, the Town of Cobourg Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing department issued a Notice of Violation regarding the Zoning By-Law 85-2003 to the owners of a Cobourg property.

On Friday, March 17, 2023, the Town of Cobourg received a complaint regarding a property, zoned Main Central Commercial (MC), being proposed to be used as a safe injection/overdose prevention site. A safe injection/overdose prevention site is not a defined/permitted use pursuant to the Town of Cobourg’s Zoning By-Law 85-2003. As a result of an investigation, Officers issued a Notice of Violation to the property owners on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. A failure to comply with this notice of violation may result in a charge being laid under the Ontario Planning Act R.S.O 1990 and fines ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 to every individual or corporation who contravenes the Act.

The Town of Cobourg is committed to the security and wellbeing of our community through the enforcement of municipal by-laws and municipal and provincial regulations.

Residents who are seeking information regarding the permitted use of their property are advised to speak with staff at the Town of Cobourg Planning Department by calling
905-372-1005.

If anyone has any concerns or complaints regarding zoning or infractions to any municipal by-laws, please contact the Town of Cobourg Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing department at 905-372-8380.

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About The Town of Cobourg
The Town of Cobourg is a lakeside community (population 20,500) located on the north shore of Lake Ontario halfway between Toronto and Kingston and has been recognized multiple times by MoneySense Magazine as “One of Canada’s Best Places to Live” in populations under 25,000.

Founded in 1798, Cobourg is rich in heritage offering a vibrant downtown, sophisticated small-town atmosphere and renowned waterfront that serves as a popular getaway destination. As the largest town in Northumberland County, Cobourg is personified by historic Victoria Hall, hosts a 27.4 million community centre, an educated and skilled labour force, flourishing commercial sector and supportive municipal government. Cobourg has received the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Sustainable Communities Award, accolades from the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance, and multiple heritage, environmental, and event awards.