Setbacks are defined as the distance between roads, property lines, structures, or significant features where building is prohibited. Setbacks are created by Municipal and Provincial governments through By-laws to protect public safety, privacy, and the environment.
When building a structure on your property, such as a garage or even a shed, you should know how far it needs to be located from a setback line prior to construction. Costly mistakes are made by property owners who build within the setback limits.
As a licensed Ontario Land Surveyor I’m available to discuss the setback regulations governing your property and help ensure any structure you plan on building meets these regulations.
