Building permit application

As a homeowner, you may feel that you have outgrown your present home, but don't necessarily want to move. Renovation is today's alternative to moving and can include anything from adding a room, finishing the basement, building a garage or simply remodeling the interior of your house.

If you are planning some home improvements you will need to understand some of the requirements of the local by-laws as well as the relevant provincial acts and regulations. Remember that before any construction work begins, you must obtain a permit.

Read the Building Permit Application Guide for complete details on the information summarized below:

Purpose of building permits

A building permit is a license granting you legal permission to start construction knowing that the issued drawings comply with appropriate governmental regulations. In addition, the building permit helps enforce the requirements of the building code, Zoning By-law as well as other laws and standards to ensure compliance during construction as well as the safety of the building.

Building without a permit is against the law

As a property owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that a building permit is obtained before you start construction. Building without a permit is against the law and could result in you and/or your contractor being subject to fines or penalties as set out in the Building Code Act.

Applying for a building permit

Building permits are issued by Building Services in the Planning and Development Department, located at Town Hall, 150 Mary Street, Milton.

Read the Building Permit Application Guide for complete details on the following:

What type of projects require a building permit
What type of projects don't require a building permit
Approvals required from various committees and organizations
Preparing drawings
Preparing a building permit application
Application forms and fees
Application review process
Building section requirements for sewage systems

Sample drawings

The following sample drawings are available here for viewing:

Application forms

Rates and fees

The current Rates and Fees Schedule provides additional detail on any rates or fees associated with these services.

Information on building permits

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