Understanding shoreline road allowance.

In Haliburton County, shoreline road allowance refers to a strip of land between private waterfront properties and the water’s edge that is owned by the municipality. This strip of land is typically 66 feet wide, although the width can vary depending on the location.

The purpose of the shoreline road allowance in Haliburton County, as in other parts of Ontario, is to provide public access to the waterfront and to allow for the construction and maintenance of shoreline infrastructure, such as roads, sidewalks, and utilities. The shoreline road allowance also serves as a buffer zone to protect the natural environment and prevent erosion and other damage to the shoreline.

Property owners in Haliburton County are generally not allowed to build any structures or make any improvements on the shoreline road allowance without permission from the municipality. However, they are typically allowed to use the shoreline road allowance for recreational activities, such as swimming, fishing, and boating, as long as they do not interfere with public access or cause damage to the natural environment.

As with other municipalities in Ontario, the rules and regulations regarding shoreline road allowances in Haliburton County can vary. If you are buying a waterfront property in Haliburton County, it is important to research the rules and regulations regarding shoreline road allowances in the specific municipality where the property is located.