View the City of Burlington's building permit process for applicants.
These steps make sure you will be in compliance with our Official Plan, Zoning Bylaw, Grading and Drainage Bylaw, urban design guidelines and other standards. They also ensure standards of the best land use and servicing such as utilities. You must complete each step before moving on to the next one.
| Building Permit Process |
| View these steps to learn about the City's building permit process. |
| Site plan application and approval |
Apply for and get your site plan application and approval. There are three types of site plan applications:
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| Zoning clearance certificate |
| If applicable, apply for and get your zoning clearance certificate. To see if you need this certificate, contact us at 905-335-7642. All certificates expire one year from their date of issue. |
| Grading and drainage clearance certificate |
| If applicable, apply for and get your grading and drainage certificate. This certificate is needed for building lots that are for low density residential lands, including any single detached dwelling, duplex dwelling or semi-detached dwelling. To see if you need this certificate, contact us at 905-335-7642. |
| Apply for your building permit |
| Follow the steps to apply for and receive your building permit. |
| Building inspections |
| Arrange for any building inspections for your permit. |