Roads and Parking
Kawartha Lakes manages 5,400 lane kilometres of roads and 170 kilometres of sidewalks. Read on to see how we fund, build, repair, and maintain this vital network across our communities.
Parking in Kawartha Lakes
Learn about parking in Kawartha Lakes, including where to park, parking permits, parking restrictions and how to pay a parking ticket.
Road maintenance and service
Road Worker Safety
Our road crews work hard to keep roads safe and well maintained. When working near traffic, they face risks from passing vehicles.
Signs, pylons and barriers mark work areas to help keep crews and road users safe. When approaching a work zone:
- Pay attention to signs and follow directions.
- Slow down and be prepared to stop.
- Give crews plenty of space.
- Safely pass around work areas when permitted.
Apply for a Roads Operations Permit
Need a Roads Operations Permit (ROP) for work, events or vehicles using the road allowance? Apply for the following permits online through Permit Central.
- Entrance Permits
- Event in the Right-of-Way Permits
- Work in the Right-of-Way Permits
- Oversize/Overweight Load Permits
For help with how to sign up and apply for permits, read the Permit Central How to Guide.
Banner Installation
Promote your special event with a street banner! The City installs banners across the street to help share your event with the community.
Did You Know About Road Maintenance?
Watch Councillor Tracy Richardson in the short video below and learn how road maintenance operations work in Kawartha Lakes:
Questions? Contact Us
Email: inquiries@kawarthalakes.ca
Telephone: 705-324-9411
Toll free at 1-888-822-2225
After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337
