Contractors in Vernon

Vernon is a compact rural village in Osgoode Ward in south Ottawa. Part of Osgoode Township before amalgamation in 2001, Vernon maintains a strong sense of heritage with the Ottawa Public Library occupying an 1882 one-room schoolhouse and the Osgoode Township Historical Society and Museum calling the village home. The community offers quiet country living with a focus on preserving local history.

About Vernon

Vernon is one of the smaller villages in Ottawa's rural south, maintaining a strong focus on heritage preservation. The Ottawa Public Library's Vernon branch occupies an 1882 heritage building that served as the community's one-room schoolhouse, recently renovated with a new washroom and restored bell tower.

The Osgoode Township Historical Society and Museum makes its home in Vernon, founded by dedicated community members. The museum's collection has grown to occupy two buildings with over 10,000 square feet of display space, preserving the history of the former Osgoode Township.

Residents collect mail at Community Mail Boxes throughout the village, with the Metcalfe post office handling larger items. This reflects the village's character as a quiet residential community that relies on neighboring Metcalfe for most commercial services.

Location & Boundaries

Vernon is located in Osgoode Ward in rural south Ottawa, south of Metcalfe. The village serves as a small residential community within the larger rural landscape of the former Osgoode Township.

Neighboring Areas:
MetcalfeOsgoodeKenmoreRussell

Common Projects in Vernon

  • Heritage home renovation
  • Rural home improvements
  • Kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Septic system work
  • Well and water system upgrades
  • Outbuilding construction
  • Energy efficiency improvements
  • Foundation and structural repairs

Local Considerations

✓ Small village with strong heritage character
✓ Properties on well water and septic systems
✓ Limited local services - Metcalfe serves as commercial centre
✓ Historic buildings may require specialized restoration
✓ Osgoode Township Historical Society preserves local heritage
✓ Rural logistics for material delivery
Permits: Standard City of Ottawa building permits apply. Septic system work requires separate permits. Heritage-sensitive approaches recommended for historic village properties.

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