Get Canada 14-0062 - City Of Toronto 2013-2024

How long is a building Permit valid for? You have twelve months to begin the work through Council Resolution CR1429/92. Work which has not progressed for six months is considered not “on-going” and eligible to be revoked by the Building Department.

For building permits issued after 1970 or by other former municipalities, please contact Toronto Building at 416-397-5330.

Ontario building permits state that you must begin construction of your project within six months of getting your approval. If you can't make this timeline, you can always apply for an extension. If your building permit expires and your work is not complete, you need to apply for a new one.

Applying for a building permit application to the City of Toronto and obtaining a permit. Starting construction and calling for your inspections. Closing your permit by calling for your final inspection. Every property and every project is unique.

Failure to obtain building permits can result in costly construction delays, legal action and/or the removal of work already completed. The following is a list of common projects that require a building permit. The list is not exhaustive. If you have any questions please contact Toronto Building.

Drawing records of prior permit applications are available. Complete the application form and submit via email (to bldapplications@toronto.ca) in order to apply for Toronto Building records disclosure.

A building permit takes, 5 to 20 days depending on its class & size determination. Providing meets zoning requirements & submitted drawings provide all the necessary information.

City of Toronto Vibration Control By-Law, 514-2008 The City of Toronto By-Law requires an assessment of construction vibrations that may impact buildings or structures outside of the construction site to be conducted in support of applications for building permits.