The City of Burlington's Grading and Drainage Clearance Certificate Bylaw requires a Grading and Drainage Clearance Certificate prior to the issuance of any building permit for works on residential lots with ten (10) or fewer dwelling units.
Application Process
The Grading and Drainage Clearance Certificate application should be submitted with the Zoning Clearance Certificate as part of the Pre-Building Approval Application. For more information, visit the Pre-Building Approval Application web page.
Fee and Security Payments
Before a certificate can be issued, any required fee and security must be paid. E-Transfers and EFT/Wire Payments are the only acceptable methods of payment for Grading and Drainage Clearance Certificates. In-person payments will NOT be accepted at City Hall.
Application Fee and Security Payment Instructions
E-Transfers |
| E-Transfers are the preferred method of payment. The City is set up to accept E-transfers which can be sent to Financial Services at accounting@burlington.ca. All E-transfers MUST INCLUDE the following payment details in the Message section with every email money transfer forwarded to the City of Burlington: • Site address • Applicant/Owner • Application # PLEASE BE ADVISED: E-transfers must be sent from a bank that recognizes auto-deposit, as the City cannot receive funds if a password is required. |
EFT/Wire Payments |
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EFT/Wire Payments are also an acceptable method of payment. Please advise Engineering Services staff by email of the person/business completing the transfer and include the site address in the details. This will ensure timely recognition of your payment. The following information is needed for EFT/Wire Payments:
Corporation of the City of Burlington
Royal Bank of Canada |
In-Person Payments |
| In-person payments for Grading and Drainage Clearance Certificate applications will NOT be accepted at City Hall. |
Erosion and Sediment Control Measures
Erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures are to be installed in accordance with the Erosion and Sediment Control Measures – Installation Requirements, as detailed in the Application Status Report. ESC measures are to be installed prior to the commencement of any construction. ESC measures are necessary to ensure that all neighbouring lands are kept in good condition and clear of construction materials and debris. ESC installation photos may be submitted by email to the Development Engineering staff person reviewing your file.
Release of Securities
For staff to release securities during the application process, you must:
- Complete all construction in accordance with the approved Grading and Drainage Plan, including any onsite and/or right-of-way restoration or stabilization, if required.
- Execute and register the Drainage System Appurtenances Agreement, if required.
- Contact us for a final inspection to get final approval.
Drainage System Appurtenances
A drainage system appurtenance includes any additions to the normal operation of surface-related grading that is needed for the drainage system to operate effectively. These can include things like:
- Area drains
- Catch-basins
- Infiltration galleries
- Low-impact development measures
- Manholes
If your Grading and Drainage Plan needs a drainage system appurtenance, you will need a ‘Drainage System Appurtenances Agreement'. The property owner, must pay all fees for preparation, registration and disbursement of the agreement.
Questions?
If you have questions or comments about your active application, please book an appointment with us. Contact the Development Engineering staff person reviewing your file to set up a meeting time.