Lodge an objection

What is it?

If you disagree with a decision made by the municipality, you can lodge an objection within six weeks.

How does it work?

  • The municipality's decision will state whether you can lodge an objection. It will also state the address to which you must send your objection.
  • Your objection must be submitted to the municipality within six weeks. This period begins on the day after the date on which the decision was sent to you.
  • The municipality may ask you to come in to discuss your objection.

What should I do?

  • Before lodging an objection, ask the Legal Desk, your legal aid insurer, or a lawyer for advice.
  • You can lodge an objection by sending a letter of objection to the municipality. Include the following information in your letter of objection:
    • your name and address
    • the date of your objection
    • which decision is involved
    • why you disagree with the decision
    • your signature

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How long will it take?

  • The municipality will decide on your objection within six weeks.
  • If the municipality has an appeals committee, it will make a decision within 12 weeks.
  • The municipality may extend this period. You will always be notified of this.

File an appeal

If the municipality has rejected your objection, you can see in the decision whether you can lodge an appeal with the court. You must lodge your appeal within 6 weeks.