City of Ottawa looks to bolster property encroachment protections during construction | Unpublished
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Author: Joanne Laucius
Publication Date: May 29, 2026 - 04:00

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City of Ottawa looks to bolster property encroachment protections during construction

May 29, 2026
Damaged fences. Excavators crossing into private property. Blocked driveways. Construction debris falling into adjacent lots. Concerns about asbestos and hazardous materials. Flooding caused by lack of drainage. Read More


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