Tillsonburg Property Guide · Updated for 2026
Tillsonburg is one of Oxford County’s major urban centres. Buyers and homeowners should confirm current zoning, servicing, permit history and additional-unit rules before relying on a property’s future use.
2026 Property Taxes in Tillsonburg
The Town publishes a 2026 tax-rate schedule under By-law 2026-045. Residential tax bills include Town, Oxford County and education components, with the final amount depending on assessment and tax class.
Use the Ontario Home Intel Property Tax Calculator for estimates and confirm the actual account with Tillsonburg.
Zoning and Development
Tillsonburg’s zoning by-law regulates permitted uses, setbacks, lot coverage, parking and other development standards. The Town is also undertaking a comprehensive zoning by-law review, so property owners should confirm current provisions before planning a renovation, redevelopment or additional unit.
Building Permits and Renovations
Permits are required for many projects, including additions, structural alterations, basement finishing, additional residential units, new entrances and certain accessory structures. See our Ontario Renovation Guides for general permit guidance.
Additional Residential Units in Tillsonburg
Tillsonburg allows a maximum of two ARUs on qualifying lots with a single detached, semi-detached or townhouse dwelling. Where two ARUs are provided, at least one must be inside the main building and only one may be in a detached accessory structure. Servicing capacity must also be confirmed.
See our Additional Rental Units in Ontario guide for provincial context.
Tillsonburg Property Due-Diligence Checklist
- Confirm zoning and any site-specific provisions.
- Review permit history for finished basements, additions and accessory buildings.
- Confirm legal status of any existing ARU.
- Check municipal water and sewer capacity where intensification is proposed.
- Determine whether conservation-regulated lands affect the property.
- Verify current property taxes and assessment.
Official Tillsonburg Resources
Tillsonburg Property FAQ
Can a property have two ARUs?
Potentially. Tillsonburg permits up to two on qualifying lots, subject to zoning, servicing, parking and Building Code requirements.
Is the zoning by-law changing?
The Town is undertaking a comprehensive review, so current provisions should be confirmed when a decision depends on them.
Ontario Home Intel provides general educational information only. Verify current property-specific requirements with the Town of Tillsonburg, Oxford County and other applicable authorities.