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A building permit gives you the legal authorization to start construction of a building project in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Building permits are issued by Planning and Building Services and are reviewed for compliance with the Ontario Building Code, the applicable municipal zoning by-law and other applicable provincial and municipal regulations, Building permits are necessary to ensure that zoning requirements, fire and structural safety standards, and other building standards are met.
When are Building Permits Required? |
In general, a building permit is required to erect, install, extend, alter, or repair a building. A demolition permit is required to demolish all or part of a building. It is the property owner's responsibility to ensure, when necessary, that a building permit is obtained before beginning any construction or demolition. If you are unsure if a permit is required, please review the details of the work with our customer service representatives prior to construction or demolition. Construction and renovation projects that require a permit:
A building permit may be required for:
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Applying For a Building Permit |
A completed Permit Application must be filed, along with two sets of complete construction drawings, drawn to scale, with Planning and Building Services. For commercial projects three sets of complete construction drawings, signed and sealed by a professional, must accompany all applications. Temporary Procedures for Submission of DocumentsPlease note that while City Hall is closed to the public, the following procedures for submission of documents will apply: Submissions can be made in a number of ways:
Please Note:
Site plot plans can be found here. A permit must be obtained before the start of any construction or demolition. |
Inspections |
The Building Services division carries out inspections in conjunction with building permits and also responds to customer requests to determine if a permit is required. The staff assists both property owner and contractor to complete their projects in accordance with building code regulations and applicable zoning requirements. When voluntary compliance is not forthcoming, enforcement is initiated. Upon obtaining a building permit, a contractor or property owner is required to arrange inspections during the various phases of construction. The required inspections are listed on the permit. Appointments can be made by contacting the Planning and Building Services Department by phone at least 48 hours in advance for the following types of inspections:
Private sewage systems, approvals and inspections, must be completed by Niagara Region Public Works Department in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Building Code. If any deviations from the by-law are observed, appropriate action will be taken by the inspection staff to gain compliance to any by-laws under their jurisdiction. |
Fees |
Permits may require additional fees and are reviewed based on an individual permit basis.
Additional fees may include, but are not limited to, site servicing, drainage/grading, sidewalk damage deposit, curb cuts, curb infills, construction, water, etc. |
Previously Issued Permits |
20212020
2019 |