Building Permits

When do you need a permit:

The Township's Chief Building Official reviews and issues a variety of permits including:

• Building
  • Houses
  • Decks, Porches, Verandahs
  • Garages and Sheds
  • Secondary Dwelling Units
• Plumbing
• Demolition
• Swimming pools
• Septic systems
• Woodstoves, Fireplaces, and Chimneys

A building permit is required for the construction and/or demolition of:

• a new building

• an addition
• a material alteration of any building or structure and includes most shipping containers

It may be important to pre-consult with us before starting any building projects to ensure that any necessary permits are in place. This also ensures that what you are doing complies with any other municipal by-laws or approvals required by other agencies.

Please refer to specific categories for more information on what details are required with the application.