Grading and drainage in Embrun
Embrun is about 39 km and 45 minutes from Rockland, in the Township of Russell. We grade yards so water runs off and away from the house, and handle waterproofing, concrete, demolition, bins and skid steer work across the village.
Field photo · Loading debris with water spray on the dust
Embrun at a glance
What shapes drainage in Embrun
Floodplains and unstable slopes. The Township’s Official Plan identifies floodplains and unstable slopes as hazard areas inside its villages, and one of its goals is conserving the Castor River floodplain and its main tributaries. Grading or fill in a South Nation Conservation regulated area needs an SNC permit under Ontario Regulation 41/24.Source: Township of Russell Official Plan (2018) · South Nation Conservation, regulations and permits
Marine silt and clay. Regional geology maps show Champlain Sea silt and clay under the village. Clay holds water, so the slope away from the foundation is what keeps a basement dry.
Municipal services. Most of Embrun is on municipal water and wastewater, though some parts of the village are partly serviced or not serviced. Private septic systems in the Township need SNC septic permits.Source: Township of Russell Official Plan (2018)
Rules that apply in Embrun.
- DemolitionThe Township needs a building permit to demolish most buildings or structures, with a site plan and a final inspection. The residential demolition permit fee is $245. Farm buildings other than homes and non-load-bearing interior walls are exempt.Source: Township of Russell, building permits
- Grading with a building permitWhen a building permit is involved, the Township asks for a grading plan for lots under one acre, or as required, with a grading security deposit of $500 (work under $100,000) or $1,000, refunded after the grading is inspected.Source: Township of Russell, building permits
- A bin on the roadFor a bin on a Township road, check with the Township of Russell first. County roads are the United Counties’ jurisdiction.
- Locates before diggingUtility locates go through Ontario Dig Authority (formerly Ontario One Call) at least 5 business days before digging. Locates are free and required by law.Source: Ontario Dig Authority (formerly Ontario One Call)
What we do in Embrun.
Questions about work in Embrun.
Do you charge extra to come to Embrun?
No. Embrun is inside 50 km of our Rockland yard, so the skid steer comes with no delivery charge, and bins are priced the same as in Rockland.
Does tearing down a garage in Embrun need a permit?
Most buildings and structures need a Township demolition permit; the residential fee is $245. The Township’s page doesn’t say whether a small shed needs one, so check with its building department before we start.
Is my yard near the Castor River floodplain?
The Township’s Official Plan maps its floodplains and unstable slopes, and South Nation Conservation maps its regulated areas. Look up your address on those maps, or ask us when you call.
Where these facts come from.
- Township of Russell Official Plan (2018)
- South Nation Conservation, regulations and permits
- Township of Russell, building permits
- Ontario Dig Authority (formerly Ontario One Call)
- OpenStreetMap routing (no traffic)
Drive times are from Rockland Town Hall by OpenStreetMap routing, without traffic. Rush hour takes longer.