Report a Problem

Report a Problem is an online service that allows residents to report issues related to Town infrastructure, parks, facilities, short term rental units (STRs), bylaws, and much more. 

How to Report a Problem

Online: Click the blue button below and complete the online form.

Phone: Call 519-776-7336, ext. 1100 or 1101 during regular business hours (Monday to Friday - 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.). 

In Person: At any Town facility.

To report an urgent problem that poses an immediate threat to public health or safety outside of regular business hours, please call 519-776-7336.

If the problem is an emergency, please contact 911.

KNOWN STREETLIGHT OUTAGES. No need to report! 

  • Sinasac Street West
  • Morton Avenue
  • Arthur Street South, Essex
  • Thomas Street
  • Sydenham Street

*Please note, anonymous by-law complaints will not be reviewed and the Town of Essex does not respond to civil matters. Please check your junk mail folder for all communication regarding your request, and identify them as Not Junk. Please note that while the Complainant’s personal information and identity is kept strictly confidential, the municipality is not able to investigate or process anonymous complaints. Complainant information must be disclosed to the municipality but will not be disclosed to others. The Town keeps the identity of every complainant confidential in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. 

1. Select Problem Type

Start by typing a keyword that best describes your issue – for example, 'pothole' or 'noise complaint' – or choose a problem type from the list.

2. Enter Problem Details

Next, tell us more about the problem. The more detail, the better. If you have a photo, you can upload it here to help us better understand the issue.

3. Add a Location

Begin typing the address to select a known location, or use the red location icon at the top right to place a pin on the map.

Want to be more precise? Use the 'Draw a polygon' tool to highlight a specific area. You can also add any extra location details that might help our team find the issue faster.

Screenshot of the Cityworks mapping feature.

4. Contact Information

  • Enter your name and email address. Your phone number is optional. Let us know if you'd like a follow-up call about your request.
  • Click 'Submit'. A unique Service Request Number will be assigned, and you’ll receive a confirmation email with that number for reference.

 

How to Check the Status of your Request

To check the status of your request at any time, simply return to the system and click the ‘Check Service Request Status’ button in the top righthand corner. Enter your Service Request Number and Last Name to view the status of your request.

 

Contact Us

Town of Essex
33 Talbot Street South
Essex, Ontario,
N8M 1A8

519-776-7336