45 Elgin Avenue
When does a home project need a permit?
A building permit is commonly required for new construction, additions, structural alterations, additional dwelling units, underpinning, certain basement work, qualifying decks or accessory structures, and demolition. Cosmetic work may not require a building permit. The exact path still depends on the property, project scope and municipality.
When does a home project need a permit?
A building permit is commonly required for new construction, additions, structural alterations, additional dwelling units, underpinning, certain basement work, qualifying decks or accessory structures, and demolition. Cosmetic work may not require a building permit. The exact path still depends on the property, project scope and municipality.
Residential permit FAQs
These are the broad questions homeowners usually need answered before moving into a project-specific permit page.
Does iPermit determine whether my project needs a building permit?
We can review the proposed work and identify the likely permit path within the scope of our consultation. Final requirements depend on the property, municipality, proposed construction and the authorities responsible for the review.
Can iPermit prepare the drawings and submit the application?
Depending on the agreed scope, iPermit can prepare or coordinate the required design documents and assist with the municipal permit submission. Some clients need a complete design and application service, while others already have part of the package.
Do I need an engineer for my permit application?
Not every project requires engineering. Structural work and certain mechanical or building-system changes may require professional engineering input. The need is assessed based on the actual project rather than assumed for every application.
Can you take over a permit application that is already in progress?
We can review an existing submission and municipal comments to determine whether the remaining work is within our services. Access to the complete submitted package is important before the scope can be confirmed.
Can you guarantee permit approval?
No. Permit approval is issued by the applicable municipality or authority. iPermit can prepare and coordinate the agreed documentation and respond to relevant review comments, but it cannot guarantee a decision or review date.
Does iPermit work on both residential and commercial properties?
Yes. Our service structure covers residential and commercial permit projects. The specific services available depend on the project type, location and required professional scope.
Which municipalities do you serve?
iPermit serves projects across the Greater Toronto Area and other Ontario municipalities within its operating coverage. Send us the project address so we can confirm whether the location is currently served.
Ready to Define Permit Path?
Send project context first, the next step can then focus on scope, information gaps and the right page or service route.