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Building Permit Application Guides

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These guides provide general information and list the required documentation, forms and fees required for submitting an application for a Building Permit.

Small Residential Project Guides

Garages and Carports Decks and Porches Residential Basement Entrances Accessory Structures (Sheds, Cabanas and other residential accessory buildings)

Renovation and New House Guides

Interior Alterations Small Residential Additions New House Residential Demolition Permit (with Replacement Building) Residential Underpinning

Guides for other Buildings

Large Residential or Non-residential Buildings Interior Alterations (Non-Residential) Fire/Security Upgrades Partial Occupancy Alternative Solutions

Guides for Structures

Tents & Temporary Structures Designated Structures Portable Classroom Solar Collectors

Guides for Additional Dwelling Units

Secondary Suites Multiplex Conversion New Laneway Suite New Garden Suite

Plumbing, Mechanical and Drains related to a Building Permit

Related Plumbing & Drain Permits Related Mechanical (HVAC) Permit Backwater Valve

Multi-Tenant Houses

Building Code Compliance

Stand-alone Plumbing, Mechanical and Drains

Backwater Valve Backflow Prevention Device Permit Stand-alone Mechanical (HVAC) Stand-alone Plumbing & Drain Permits
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