When a Building Permit is Not Required
Always check with the local building department to determine if a building permit is required for any work you plan to do.
Requirements will vary from province to province, city to city, and town to town.
The following is only a general list of common applications.
This does not necessarily apply to all districts.
A building permit is not required:
- to replace existing doors or windows with the same size doors or windows
- to install siding on any small residential structures
- to construct a roofless deck, under 2 feet, that is not attached to any structures
- to construct a utility shed under 100 square feet
- to reshingle a roof when there is no structural work required
- to install evestroughs (drainage must be contained on your property)
- to replace or increase insulation
- to replace or increase drywall or plaster
- to damp proof a basement
- to paint or redecorate
- to install kitchen or bathroom cupboards
- to erect a fence
When a Building Permit is Required
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