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What is Commercial Xpress?

Commercial Xpress is an enhanced Building Permit service for certain types of projects. Our goal is to review eligible applications within 10 working days.

Commercial Xpress projects include:

• Interior alterations to Assembly, Business, Industrial, Office and Retail uses:
  • up to 300m² in area
  • no change of use
  • no change in patron area for restaurants
  • no increase in occupant load
  • minor structural changes
  • minor changes to life safety systems
• Tents
• Minor fire damage repair

When and where?

Commercial Xpress service is available at our four district offices. Submit your complete application on any business day at the district office in the area where your project is located.

How much will the building permit cost?

For applicable permit fees, refer to Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code, or for your convenience, refer to the permit fee section of this site.

Help us protect your privacy
Please DO NOT include any personal information on your Building Plans (e.g., the homeowner's name or phone number). Building Plans submitted for Permit are subject to disclosure in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).

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Who to contact?

Toronto Building Customer Service office locations:

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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 416-396-7526 Wards: 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44