Building/Renovating a Structure

The Building Department is committed to protecting public safety through the issuance of building permits and inspecting various stages of construction. Through the enforcement of the Ontario Building Code, staff ensures a minimum standard of health, life and fire safety standards are maintained. We do this through the issuing of permits, reviewing construction plans, and inspecting at various stages of construction.

Permits are a vital step in the enforcement of codes and regulations. Permits MUST be obtained before any work or activity begins. Permits provide the means for the Township to ensure the health, safety and welfare of its citizens and visitors, while helping residents to understand what the local by-laws and regulations are. They enable municipal officials to review and inspect the works or activities authorized by the permits, to ensure that minimum standards are met.

Projects that Require a Building Permit

• Swimming Pool Information Sheet

  • Swimming Pool By-law
  • Swimming Pool Fence Sheet
• Deck Information Sheet
• Shed or Garage Information Sheet

Projects that Do Not Require a Building Permit

Applications

Please contact the office to set up a pre-consultation to review your application and get a list of required information for your permit to be complete and processed.

• General Application
• Letter of Undertaking
• Commitment To General Review
• Daily Design Flow Calculation Sheet
• Heat Loss Design
• Septic System Acknowledgment Form

Fees Schedule

The current fee schedule as passed by council.

Designer Requirements

All drawings submitted are required to be prepared by the owner, qualified designer, architect or professional engineer. Review the requirements to see who would be qualified as a designer for your project.

Inspections

For all inspections required on your building permit you need to contact the building department, (519)595-2800, ext 224, with 24 hours notice before 4:30 p.m.