Get Certified Bylaws at Markham City Hall

General Governance and Administration Ontario 4 Minutes Read · published May 24, 2026 Flag of Ontario

Markham, Ontario residents and businesses often need certified copies of bylaws, agreements or other municipal records for legal, land-transfer or compliance purposes. This guide explains where Markham stores bylaws, how to request certified copies, who enforces bylaws, and what to expect for fees, timelines and appeals.

You can request certified copies from the City Clerk by mail, in person, or by email request where available.

Where to find bylaws and certified copies

The City of Markham maintains a public collection of current bylaws on its website; the consolidated bylaws and individual bylaw documents are the official municipal law source for Markham. See the City bylaws page City of Markham - By-laws[1].

Penalties & Enforcement

Penalties for contravening a Markham bylaw are set either in the specific bylaw or are enforced through the Provincial Offences Act processes where specified. Specific fine amounts and schedules are not always shown on the general bylaws landing page and must be read in the individual bylaw text or enforcement notice; if a precise fine is required but not shown, it is noted below as not specified on the cited page.

  • Enforcer: By-law and Regulatory Services handles complaints, inspections and issuing orders in Markham; contact details and complaint routes are available from the City’s enforcement pages By-law Enforcement[3].
  • Fines: specific amounts vary by bylaw; many general bylaw landing pages do not list fines inline and state fees or schedules in the bylaw text—amounts are not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation: first, repeat and continuing offence procedures are set in each bylaw or ticket schedule; where the bylaw does not specify, escalation is handled via provincial offence processing (not specified on the cited page).
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to comply, stop-work or remedial requirements, and seizure or lien actions may be used where the bylaw or enabling statute allows; court proceedings may follow non-compliance.
  • Appeals and reviews: appeal routes (e.g., judicial review, provincial offences court) and time limits depend on the instrument that issued the order or ticket; specific time limits are set in the notice or the bylaw and are not listed on the general pages cited.
By-law Enforcement investigates complaints and can issue orders; use the official complaint form or contact details on the City site.

Applications & Forms

To request a certified copy of a bylaw or other municipal record, contact the City Clerk’s Records and Access service. The City Clerk provides certified copies and attestation services; specific request forms, fees and processing times are set out on the Clerk’s records page or provided on request. If a dedicated online request form is published it will appear on the City Clerk or Records pages; fees may be listed there or in a separate fee schedule City Clerk - Records & Access[2].

If a fee or form is not visible online, contact the City Clerk by phone or email to request instructions and a fee estimate.

Action steps

  • Identify the exact bylaw number or municipal record you need and note the date it was enacted.
  • Contact the City Clerk’s Records and Access service to request a certified copy and confirm the applicable fee and processing time City Clerk - Records & Access[2].
  • Pay any required fee as instructed (in person, by mail, or online) and specify delivery or pickup preference.
  • Receive the certified copy by pickup, mail, or courier; retain proof of certification for legal and property transactions.

FAQ

How do I request a certified copy of a Markham bylaw?
Contact the City Clerk’s Records and Access office with the bylaw number or record description; the Clerk issues certified copies and will advise on fees and delivery. See the City Clerk records page for contact details and process City Clerk - Records & Access[2].
What does a certified copy cost?
Fees vary by document type and are listed on the Clerk’s records or fee schedule when published; if not listed online, the fee is not specified on the cited page and you must request a quote from the Clerk.
How long does it take?
Processing times depend on the request volume and whether the record is archived; the Clerk’s office will provide an estimated timeline when you make the request.

How-To

  1. Locate the exact bylaw number or municipal record reference on the City of Markham bylaws page.
  2. Contact the City Clerk’s Records and Access service by phone or email to request a certified copy and confirm the submission method.
  3. Complete any required request form or provide a written request with your identification and payment information.
  4. Pay the applicable fee and choose pickup or delivery; retain payment receipt and tracking details.
  5. Receive the certified copy and verify the clerk’s attestation, seal, and any signature required for legal use.

Key Takeaways

  • Certified bylaws and municipal records are issued by the City Clerk; identify the exact document before requesting.
  • Contact the City Clerk for forms, fees and timelines; some fees are not listed on general pages and require direct enquiry.
  • By-law enforcement, complaints and appeals are handled by By-law and Regulatory Services; consult enforcement pages for complaint submission.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Markham - By-laws
  2. [2] City Clerk - Records & Access
  3. [3] By-law Enforcement - City of Markham

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