Building and By-law Services is responsible for ensuring minimum building standards are achieved for new buildings, additions and renovations with reference to public health and safety, structural sufficiency, fire protection, energy conservation, accessibility and water and sewage protection. Further, they provide zoning comments and interpretations on development applications such as draft plans of subdivisions, site plan applications, land severances and minor variances. Other administrative functions include the issuance and inspection of sign permits, pool enclosure permits and hot tub permits.

The By-law Enforcement and Licensing division promotes health, safety and a harmonious community through the investigation and resolution of By-law complaints. Some of the core operational functions of this division include animal licensing and control, parking control, property standards, business licensing and mobile vendor licensing.