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As part of the review process, your plans will be reviewed for compliance with the following regulations:
The Ontario Building Code

Your building plans must demonstrate that the proposed construction complies with all of the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.

The Ontario Building Code is a set of minimum provisions regarding the safety of buildings:
  • Health and Safety
  • Fire protection
  • Structural sufficiency
  • Construction materials
  • Plumbing and Mechanical systems

The Zoning By-law

The Zoning By-law sets out rules governing land use and the placement of buildings on a lot. It states exactly:
  • Land and building uses
  • Building size or density
  • Location of buildings and other structures on a lot
  • Minimum lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, and building height

Applicable Law

The Ontario Building Code also lists other laws which are applicable to construction of your building. These include:
  • Conservation Authorities Act
  • Planning Act
  • Environmental Protection Act
  • Ontario Heritage Act
More information and full list of applicable laws is available in the Ontario Building Code Act.


When you can expect to get your permit

The Building Code specifies the following time frames for the review of complete building permit applications:
  • 10 business days for a house
  • 15 business days for a small building
  • 20 business days for a large building
  • 30 business days for a complex building
Within the specified time frame, we will either issue or refuse to issue a building permit and provide in writing all reasons for the refusal.



Who to contact?

Toronto Building Customer Service office locations:

Click for larger image. Toronto Building, Customer Service Office Locations
Toronto and East York District
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen Street West
416-392-7539
Wards:
14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32
North York District
North York Civic Centre
5100 Yonge Street
416-395-7000
Wards:
8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 23, 24, 25, 26, 33, 34
Etobicoke York District
Etobicoke
2 Civic Centre Court
416-394-8002
Wards:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 17
Scarborough District
Scarborough Civic Centre
150 Borough Drive
416-396-7304
Wards:
35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44


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