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Building Permits

A building permit is required prior to any construction or demolition. Building permits regulate types of construction allowed in the community and ensure building standards are met. The Township of Wainfleet reviews the plans to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code Act, local Zoning By-Laws, and other applicable laws and regulations. The building permit process provides for construction of safe, legal and sound structures, protecting each homeowner's interests and those of the community at large.

You may apply for a building permit application at Cloudpermit.

Assistance with our new application process may be found at the Support Portal.

 

Building Permit Application Process
  1. Complete the building permit application form.
  2. Applications are accepted when a partial permit fee is paid. Please refer to :
  • The Township fee schedule.
  • Development Charges may be associated with the building permits and vary based on permit type.
  1. The supplementary documentation may also be required when you submit the application:
  2. Please refer to the building permit application process for more details.
 When is a building permit required?
  • Construction of a new building or placement of a structure (e.g. mobile home) on a property
  • Renovations, repairs, or additions
  • Repair or alteration of a foundation
  • Change a building's use
  • Demolition or to remove portions of a building
  • Install, change or remove portions and load-bearing walls
  • Create new openings for, or change sizes of, doors and windows
  • Building a garage, balcony, or deck
  • Erect a temporary building
  • Install or modify heating, plumbing, air conditioning systems or fireplaces
  • Install or alter a wood burning appliance
  • Reconstruct a chimney

If work is done without the required permit(s), an order to stop work may be issued, work already done may be required to be removed, or the owner may be prosecuted. Contact the building department about whether or not a permit is needed. The Township will notify each applicant when a permit is ready or if an application was not approved.

 When is a building permit not required?
  • Replace existing, same-size doors and windows, subject to distance from property lines
  • Install siding on small residential buildings, subject to distance from property lines
  • Build a utility shed under 108 square feet (10 square metres)
  • Re-shingle a roof, provided there is no structural work
  • Install eaves-troughs, provided that drainage is contained on your property
  • Paint or decorate
  • Install kitchen or bathroom cupboards without plumbing
  • Electrical work (however the Electrical Safety Authority must inspect electrical installations)
 Building Inspections

Building inspectors review projects during key stages of construction to ensure work complies with the Ontario Building Code and approved plans. Inspectors may visit the site several times and must be able to see the portion of work under inspection as well as the site documents.

To book an inspection please contact 48 hours prior to inspection:

Email building@wainfleet.ca

Phone 905-899-3463

 Building and Septic Permit Fee Schedule
These are the 2019 Building and Septic Permit Application Fees.

 

Residential Building Permits (Group C)

 New Single Family Dwelling (house)
  • Application Form
  • Requirement Checklist & Fees
  • Energy Efficiency Design Summary
  • Entrance Permit
  • Regional Development Charges
 Residential Additions and Renovations
  • Application Form
  • Requirement Checklist and Sample Drawings
  • Energy Efficiency Design Summary
  • Guidelines for Finished Basements
 Decks
  • Application Form
  • Deck Permit Package
 Accessory Structures
  • Application Form
  • Accessory Structure Package

Agricultural Permits

 Farm Buildings (barns)
  • Application Form
  • Requirements, Example Drawings, Nutrient Management Requirements & Minimum Distance Details
  • OMAFRA Headquarters

Commercial Permits

 Commercial Buildings
  • Application Form
  • Commercial Requirement Checklist

Other Permits

 Demolition Permits
  • Application Form
  • Demolition Requirements Checklist
 Temporary Tents
  • Application Form 
  • Temporary Tent Requirement Checklist
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31940 Highway #3
PO Box 40
Wainfleet, ON L0S 1V0

Phone: 905-899-3463
Fax: 905-899-2340

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Phone: 905-984-3690

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