Types of Encroachments

Currently, the Council policy regarding encroachments is specified in Council Resolution M67-2015.

Residential Encroachments

• Residential encroachments are classified as structures (i.e. fences, sheds, walls, etc.), landscape feature, or private utility connection located in the public right-of-way abutting an area zoned R.1 or R.2.

Commercial Encroachments

• Commercial Encroachments are classified as any structures (i.e. signs, canopy, parking, etc.), landscape feature or private utility connection located in the public right-of-way abutting an area not zoned R.1 or R.2.

Partially Exempt Organizations

• Partially exempt organizations are classified as churches, non-profit charities, union halls, schools and similar facilities.

For more specific details, refer to the Encroachment Policy as amended on May 29, 2023, by Council Resolution CR230/2023.

Engineering Department
Right-of-Way Division
350 City Hall Square West, 2nd Floor, Suite 210
Windsor, Ontario
Canada
N9A 6S1

Phone: For general information, call 311. For detailed inquires, call (519) 255-6257.
Email: engineeringdept@citywindsor.ca