In-Person Building Permit Submissions

Building Permit Applications Packages:

• Accessory Structure (i.e. detached garage, shed, pergola)

  Application to Construct an Accessory Structure (PDF)

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to construct an accessory structure: 

  1. Sewage System Approval - Applicable only if there is plumbing in the proposed accessory structure. 
  2. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  3. Building Plans - One (1) legible copy of the Building Plans prepared by a qualified person. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  4. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  5. Wood Burning Appliance - If applicable, please fill in the section on the Municipal Application form.
  6. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  7. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  8. Demolition Permit Form (form included in package) - Structures (over 108 sq. ft.) being demolished require a permit. The demolition form is to be signed by all property owners. 
  9. Designer Form - One (1) copy of the designer form. To be provided by the qualified person drawing the building plans.
  10. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.
• Addition to an Existing Dwelling

  Application to Construct an Addition (PDF)

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to construct an addition:

  1. Sewage System Approval - Application must be made to the Sewage System Department to ensure your system can support an addition. 
  2. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  3. Lot Grading Drainage Plan (if applicable) - One (1) copy of a Lot Grading Drainage Plan completed by a qualified person. Refer to the Lot Grading webpage for further information. A Lot Grading Deposit of $1000.00 is to be paid by the owner of the property. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  4. Survey Up-to-Date (if Lot Grading Drainage Plan is required) - One (1) copy of the signed base survey used to prepare the Lot Grading Plan. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  5. Lot Grading Review Checklist (if Lot Grading Drainage plan is required) - One (1) copy of the Lot Grading Plan review checklist from the qualified person completing the Lot Grading Drainage Plan.
  6. Building Plans - One (1) legible copy of the Building Plans prepared by a qualified person. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  7. Heating Documents - One (1) copy of the Heat Loss Calculation, Ventilation Design Summary, Duct Design Layout and a Schedule Designer 1 Form to be prepared by a qualified person.
  8. Designer Form - One (1) copy of the designer form. To be provided by the qualified person drawing the building plans. 
  9. Energy Efficiency Design Summary - One (1) copy of the energy efficient design summary. To be provided by the qualified person drawing the building plans. Reminder: The Energy Efficiency matrix (Table D) must be on the building plans.
  10. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  11. Wood Burning Appliance - If applicable, please fill in the section on the Municipal Application form.
  12. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  13. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  14. Demolition Permit Form (form included in package) - Structures (over 108 sq. ft.) being demolished require a permit. The demolition form is to be signed by all property owners. 
  15. Entrance Permit Application - If constructing a new entrance (driveway) fill in the corresponding form included in the package. Please contact the Public Works Department 705-526-4204 with any questions.
  16. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.
• Renovation

  Application to Construct a Renovation (PDF)

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to construct a renovation: 

  1. Sewage System Approval - Applicable only if there is plumbing in the proposed accessory structure. 
  2. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  3. Building Plans - One (1) legible copy of the Building Plans prepared by a qualified person. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  4. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  5. Wood Burning Appliance - If applicable, please fill in the section on the Municipal Application form.
  6. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  7. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  8. Demolition Permit Form (form included in package) - Structures (over 108 sq. ft.) being demolished require a permit. The demolition form is to be signed by all property owners. 
  9. Designer Form - One (1) copy of the designer form. To be provided by the qualified person drawing the building plans.
  10. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.
• Deck

  Application to Construct a Deck (PDF)

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to construct a deck: 

  1. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  2. Building Plans - One (1) legible copy of the Building Plans prepared by a qualified person. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  3. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  4. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  5. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  6. Demolition Permit Form (form included in package) - Structures (over 108 sq. ft.) being demolished require a permit. The demolition form is to be signed by all property owners. 
  7. Designer Form - One (1) copy of the designer form. To be provided by the qualified person drawing the building plans.
  8. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.
• Dwelling or Cottage

  Building permit applications for a dwelling or a cottage must be submitted online through Cloudpermit.

  Apply Online

  For information regarding the required documentation needed of application, please review the Application Checklist (PDF).

• Demolishing a Structure

  Application to Demolish a Structure (PDF)

  Heritage Property - If the property is included on the Municipal Heritage Register as a Listed or Designated property under the Ontario Heritage Act, please contact Planning Department.

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to demolish a structure: 

  1. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  2. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  3. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  4. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  5. Demolition Permit Form (form included in package) - Structures (over 108 sq. ft.) being demolished require a permit. The demolition form is to be signed by all property owners. 
  6. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.
• Wood Burning Appliance

  Application to Install a Wood Burning Appliance (PDF)

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to install a wood burning appliance: 

  1. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  2. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  3. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  4. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  5. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.
  6. Wood Energy Technical Training Report - For each wood burning appliance installed, a Wood Energy Technical Training inspection report is required once unit is installed from a qualified person upon completion.
• Outdoor Pool or Hot Tub​

  Application to Install an Outdoor Pool or Hot Tub​ (PDF)

  An email address and the following items are required to submit an application to install an Outdoor Pool or Hot Tub: 

  1. Site Plan - One (1) copy of a sketch to scale showing the property dimensions, all existing and proposed structures, septic location and all details in accordance with the Township Building By-Law 22-030. Must be on maximum 11x17 paper and legible.
  2. Municipal Application (form included in package).
  3. Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish (form included in package) - Fill in all sections of this application. Section E is optional. At least one property owner must sign. For new owners please submit a copy of the registered transfer deed.
  4. Agent Authorization (form included in package) - If an owner of the property assigns someone to submit an application on their behalf this form is required. At least one property owner must sign.
  5. Building Permit Fees - Fees are calculated by the Building Department upon receiving an application as per the current Fee By-law.