The Building Code Act states that you must get a building permit before you start to demolish any building in Burlington.
To get a demolition permit from the City, please follow the building permit application instructions [link to page: Applying for a Building Permit]. This covers demolition building permit requirements [link to PDF: Building Permit Requirements - Demolition], including:
- Completing the Building Permit Application Form
- Submitting the Demolition Clearance Form, with signatures and approvals
- Submitting your survey or site plan for the property
- Submitting your permit payment of $288 for a standard structure under 600 square metres or $808 for a structure over 600 square metres
- Submitting your method of demolition and General Review Commitment Form, completed and signed by the owner and engineer, where required