RESIDENTIAL PERMIT
Our residential permits include:
Additions Project
Adding square footage is one of the best value added decisions to your real estate investment. Not only does it create value, but it also allows you to improve your lifestyle living in your property.
As it relates to city development, an addition consists of work being done to add living space to an existing building. The addition could either be in the front or back of the property, or it could be the addition of a bonus room on the second floor of your building.
Do I need a Additions Project permit?
YES you need a Additions Project permit:
Addition projects always require a permit.
Secondary Suite
More and more people are looking to add a secondary suite to their basement or above a detached garage to create additional revenue. Depending on the zoning and associated regulations, you may be allowed to incorporate a suite on your property. However, most existing properties will require modifications to incorporate the requirements of a secondary suite. Developing a new secondary suite or legalizing an existing suite requires a development permit and a building permit.
Do I need a Secondary Suite permit?
YES you need a Secondary Suite permit:
Secondary Suite projects always require a permit
Renovation Project
When you undertake the renovation of your home you will be faced with numerous decisions. Each will impact the overall project from both a monetary and a design perspective. Knowing your best options will help you make your best decisions.
If you are planning to renovate your house, move walls around or change or add windows, you will need a building permit.
Do I need a Renovation Project permit?
YES you need a Renovation Project permit:
Moving walls around
Removing or adding a window
Making new rooms and bedrooms
NO you likely do not need a Renovation Project permit:
Painting
New carpets
Changing tiles
Cosmetic changes
Deck Project
Most municipalities require homeowners to submit site plans and construction details of their proposed deck before starting any deck construction. This is to ensure that the construction is safe and aligned with the building code and bylaw regulations. The process can be tough for anybody not familiar with the deck permitting regulations.
Do I need a Deck Project permit?
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YES you need a Deck Project permit:
If your deck is more than 2 feet off the ground
Placed in a minimum set back
or if it increases lot coverage beyond maximum allowed.
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NO you likely do not need a Deck Project permit:
If your deck is at ground level
or less than 2 feet off the ground,
or if it does not trigger variances to the zoning and municipal bylaws
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