Development Charges

Development charges are used to fund services usable by all who live within the Town of Amherstburg. These services include: 

• Services Related to a Highway - Roads and Related
• Public Works (facilities and fleet)
• Fire Protection Services 
• Policing Services 
• Parks and Recreation Services 
• Growth Studies 
• Water/Wastewater Services 

A Development Charges Background Study, led by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. was adopted in 2024. This comprehensive study forecasts growth and eligible local municipal services. 

By-law 2024-085, approving the Development Charges By-law, will implement the Development Charges starting January 1, 2025. For more details, refer to our Development Charges Pamphlet or consult the Development Charges Act.