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Dangerous & Unsightly Premises

Complaints shall be received in a written format either the form below, via letter, or by email. Each complaint must include: 

  • The complainant's name
  • Contact information

The complaint must be signed by the complainant. Anonymous complaints will not be investigated.

Complaints shall be considered confidential but are subject to Part XX of the Municipal Government Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy.

Access the Building & Property Services Complaint Form here.

Minimum Standards for Residential Occupancies

Complaints pursuant to this bylaw must be submitted by the tenant in a written format, either the form below, via letter, or by email.

Any tenant that wishes to register a complaint with the Town with regard to lack of maintenance of their dwelling unit/apartment building shall first advise the landlord in writing of the concerns in order to allow the landlord the opportunity to address the maintenance issue first. If these concerns are not addressed adequately, a complaint can be registered with the Town. Such a complaint shall be accompanied by a copy of the letter to the landlord indicating the method and date of service to the landlord.

Please ensure all proper documents listed are provided.

Contact
Dangerous & Unsightly Premises Administrator: Emily Wainwright
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Building & Permits

Permits are required for the following: 

  • New Construction
  • Demolition
  • Renovations
  • Decks
  • Signs
  • Sheds
  • Garages

Apply for a Building Permit

Application Fees

  • New Construction/Building Permit – Residential - $50 + $0.12 per sq ft
  • New Construction/Building Permit – Industrial - $50 + $0.17 per sq ft
  • Existing Construction/Renovation Permit - $50 + 0.25% of value
  • Development Permit - $50
  • Demolition Permit - $20
  • Renewal - $50
  • Amendments and Development Agreement Application - $200
  • Site Plan Approval Application- $200

To request a building inspection, please contact:
Building Official 2, Development Officer: Marc Buske
Phone: 902-694-2318
Fax: 902-667-5409
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Code of Conduct

The public expects the highest standards of professional conduct from Members elected to local government. The purpose of the new Code of Conduct for Elected Municipal Officials Policy is to establish guidelines for the ethical and interpersonal conduct of Members of Council (“Members”). The Council is answerable to the community through democratic processes and this Code will assist in providing for the good government of the Town of Amherst.

The new Code of Conduct came into effect by the Province of Nova Scotia following the October 2024 municipal elections and was formally adopted by Council at the November 25, 2024 regular meeting of Amherst Town Council.

If any citizen feels that an elected official has breached the Code of Conduct they may reach out to the independent Investigator to discuss the issue further.

For complaints related to the Code of Conduct please contact:

David McNairn
Hicks LeMoine Law
15 Princess Street
Amherst, NS B4H 3Z2
902-667-7214
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Election Results

After 10 days of polling, the results are in for Amherst’s 2024 municipal election:

MAYOR    
David Kogon 1491 votes  
Rob Small 2359 votes Elected
COUNCILLORS    
George Baker 1413 votes  
Charlie Chambers 2500 votes Elected
Hal Davidson 2229 votes Elected
Lisa Emery 1424 votes  
Dale Fawthrop 1419 votes  
Nic Furlong 1443 votes Elected
Leon Landry 1377 votes  
Sharon LeBlanc 1293 votes  
Vaughn Martin 890 votes  
Terry (Mouser) McManaman 1498 votes Elected
Dwayne Ripley 2408 votes Elected
Norm Robitza 236 votes  
Kathy Wells 1637 votes Elected

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Finance

The Finance Department is responsible for the billing and collection of all rates, taxes and fees as prescribed by the Amherst Town Council from time to time. Payment of all Town accounts is handled by this department, as well as providing financial and administrative support to the Town Council, CAO, and all Town departments.

Director of Finance: Sarah Wilson
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Manager of Financial Services: Denise Smith
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Accounting Clerk/Accounts Payable: Megan Legere
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Revenue Officer & Collections: Ann Estabrooks
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Water/Sewer Billing Clerk: Carrie Lowther
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Cashier/Customer Service: Kylee McNally
Phone: 902-667-3352
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Human Resources

The Human Resources Department is responsible for recruitment and selection, employee development and training, payroll services, performance management, benefit and pension administration, and employee and labour relations.

Director of Human Resources: Krista Crossman
Phone: 902-667-3352
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HR Generalist: Sandi Embree
Phone: 902-667-3352
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