If you are looking to apply for a building permit or follow up on an existing building permit application please email from the Building Division will respond to your request and be able to assist you with the building permit process. We are currently processing building permit applications. For up-to-date information on city services, please visit the News and Notices web page. During this time we will have access to email and will be able to reply to your email in a timely manner. Please note that some areas within City Hall, including the Building & By-law Deparment are currently closed to the public to help minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus. You can also visit our frequently asked questions.īuilding statistics and reports are available as well as a map of the status of permit inquiries throughout the city. Our building permit process flow chart summarizes the steps involved, including when you need to arrange for a building inspection. Resources provided in this section will help you determine if you need a building permit and, if so, which building permit application requirements are needed for your specific construction project or building demolition. Other applicable law, including conservation authority approvals and certain requirements under the Environmental Protection Act.The local grading and drainage bylaw for low density residential lands.The local zoning bylaw and other planning controls on buildings.The Ontario Building Code, which sets standards for the design and construction of buildings to meet objectives such as health, safety, fire protection, accessibility and resource conservation.By reviewing and approving building plans before any work is done, we can make sure buildings comply with: It also issues permits for the installation, alteration, extension or repair of on-site sewage systems.īuilding permits protect the interests of individuals and the community. The City's building division issues permits for the construction, renovation, demolition and certain changes of use of buildings. Re-submission to an Existing Building Permit Application.Electronic Building Permit Applications and Re-submissions.
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