The city's building division issues permits for the construction, renovation, demolition and certain changes of use of buildings. It also issues permits for the installation, alteration, extension or repair of on-site sewage systems.
Building permits protect the interests of individuals and the community. By reviewing and approving building plans before any work is done, they city can ensure buildings comply with:
- 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
- The local zoning by-law and other planning controls on buildings
- The local grading and drainage by-law for low density residential lands
- Other applicable law, including conservation authority approvals and certain requirements under the Environmental Protection Act.
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. Our building permit process flow chart summarizes the steps involved, including when you need to arrange for a building inspection. You can also visit our frequently asked questions.
Building statistics and reports are available as well as a map of the status of permit inquiries throughout the city.
Public Notices
Public Notice - Building Permit Fee Indexation
Public Notice - Changes to Building Permit By-law (Permit Fees Review)
Financial Assistance for Flood Prevention Work
Popular Requests
- Building Permit Application Form (PDF)
- Building Permit Turn Around Time (PDF)
- Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Building Permit Bylaw (PDF)
- Development Charges
- Sign Permits