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This is a guide only and is intended to help you, the homeowner/builder, to better understand the steps to follow in obtaining a Building Permit, it is not a substitute for the Municipal Building By-law.  It also outlines what is expected of you during the course of construction.  If you have any doubts or questions, please contact Darlene Mather, Administrative Assistant or the Building Inspector, Greg Trizisky at the Municipal Office, 636 St. Lawrence Street, Winchester,
(613) 774-2105.

Fees and Permit requirements are regulated by the Township’s Building By-law 01-2006. 

  

A Building Permit is a license which grants legal permission to start construction of a building project.
Building Permits are required for the following:

  • Any new buildings including farm buildings and structures

  • Adding a carport, garage, rooms or another storey to an existing building

  • Adding structural features such as a balcony, decks, a canopy or dormer, or enclosing a porch

  • Excavating to construct a new or full basement under an existing house

  • Constructing any accessory building over 10 sq. metres (100 sq. ft.) such as a garage or utility building

  • Doing renovations or repairs of any kind, including the addition of a bedroom in a basement, or undertaking structural changes such as removing a load bearing partition or wall

  • Signs having structural components or over 7.5 metres in height, retaining walls over 1 metre in height, antennas or towers over 16 metres, pools deeper than 3.5 metres, and dishes or solar collectors over 5 metres2

  • Changing the use or occupancy of a building

  • Installation of wood burning equipment and/or chimneys

  • Installation of a public pool

  • Installation or alteration of any building system such as plumbing, heating, ventilation or any life safety systems

  • When a building or structure is to be moved 
A demolition permit is required if you are tearing down a building or part of a building.  A farm building (located on a farm) does not require a demolition permit. 
Building permits ensure that construction within the municipality meets with standards set out in the Ontario Building Code, and in doing so protects the Public’s Health, Safety and Welfare.  Building Officials use Building Permits as a vital step in their enforcement of codes.  The value of your home or business investment could be reduced if it does not meet with the code requirements.
You will be required to complete and sign an application form.  This form is available at the Municipal Office.  You may also be required to submit other information depending on the type of construction project you propose (refer to the building permit check list to determine what common types of information are required for various projects).
What Is A Site Plan? (A plot plan or survey showing a “bird’s eye” view of the property) 

·         Municipal address

·         Lot and Concession number

·         Use of building

·         Location of all buildings

·         Lot dimensions

·         Set backs from rivers,
      ponds, property lines

·         North Arrow

·         Vehicle access (drive way)

·         Retaining walls (if applicable)

·         Right-of-way (if applicable)

·         Easements

·         Location of septic system

·         Location of well

·         Location of ground source
      heat pump ( if applicable)

·         Drainage plan showing how 
      the water will be draining
      away from the building

·         Location and discharge of
      sump pump

 
Plans are required for new buildings, additions, accessory buildings and structural alterations.  The following information must be included for each of the plans:

  • 2 sets of plans to be submitted; one set will be returned to you to be kept on the construction site at all times

  • Measurements may be in metric or imperial

  • Plans may vary depending on the type of construction but generally should include:
A.   Foundation Plan 

·         All dimensions

·         Floor framing, size and spacing

·         Beams, columns (sizes)

·         Stair location, number of steps or
      height of steps

·         Foundation wall

·         Footings

·         Partitions

·         Door, windows (sizes)

·         Plumbing fixtures

·         Furnace

·         Floor drain

·         Lintels

·         Cross bridging

·         Use of space

·         Scale of plans 

 
B.  Floor Plan 

·         All dimensions

·         Floor framing, size and direction

·         Beams, lintels, and columns
      (sizes)

·         Stair location, number of steps or
      height of steps

·         Partitions

·         Doors, windows (size)

·         Plumbing fixtures

·         Cross bridging

·         Intended use of spaces (names of
      rooms)

·         Roof framing (upper floor), size
      and direction of framing, include
      ridge lines and valleys

·         Fireplace/stove and chimney
      locations

·         Scale of plans 

 
C.   Fire Separations 
·         Plans to show locations, rating and construction detail 
D.   Roof Plans 
·         Truss design and assembly criteria to be provided by manufacturer and
      may be provided at the time the trusses are delivered to the site 
E.   Building Elevations 

·         Finishing details of the exterior

·         Accurate grade location

·         Steps and handrails

·         Deck and porch construction
      details

·         Windows, doors

·         Roof Pitch

·         Chimney height 


 
F.   Plumbing Drawings (except for detached dwelling units) 

·         Schematic of all drains and vents

·         Fixture locations and details of grab bars and stall sizes for Barrier Free
      washrooms 
G.   Cross Sections 

·         Scale of plans

·         Vertical height dimensions

·         Identify all materials used in
      walls, roof and floor construction

·         Stair sections (dimensions)

·         Roof pitch

·         Construction details

·         Exterior grade

·         Lintels, Beams, columns

·         Roof overhang

·         Dimensions of materials 
 
Certificate of Approval for Sewage System 

·            Certificates are required for the installation or enlargement of any private sewage
        system i.e.septic tank and tile field

·            Copy of certificate must be submitted to the Building Inspector before a Building
        Permit can be issued

·            In the case of an addition, change of use, etc., a letter of approval is required.

·            A Building Permit is required for the installation of any plumbing fixtures or modification
        to any plumbing and drainage systems

·            Plumbing inspections are required .
A registration number is required for new house construction where a person other than the homeowner is the builder or general contractor.  You are not a builder or general contractor unless you are specifically arranging, organizing, and paying for each of the trades.
Building Permit fees are set by By-law, you may ask for a copy of the By-law or call the department to get an estimate of costs.  The types of fees will vary but include building inspections, entrance permits, civic addresses, development charges, health permits, electrical permits, etc. See Schedule "A" of By-Law 01-2006.
You need to contact the appropriate Conservation Authority whenever you plan to build within the flood plain or in an area that is likely to flood once in a 100 years.  This can be difficult to tell because this flood line is not usually visible on the ground.  If you are not sure then call either the South Nation Conservation Authority or the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority depending on which river takes the water run off from your property. 
Development charges are established by By-law for new development on a property, these fees help offset the costs of municipal infrastructure affected by expanding development.  Development charges must be paid before a Building Permit may be issued.

Bell
Canada              

  • for telephone connections and the location of buried cable
Insurance
  • contact your own agent for coverage during construction 
Hydro
  • electrical permits and inspections are required for any electrical wiring
  • information about a hydro service for your property or the location of buried cable is available by contacting Hydro One.
Future Plans
  • Make sure that location of services will not affect future plans, ie. Garages, decks, pools, additions, sewage/water systems, play ground equipment, fencing, etc. 
1.   POST your Building Permit so that it is visible from the street.

2.   KEEP a copy of your Building plans on the construction site.

3.   NOTIFY the Building Inspector at least 48 hours in advance of the stage of construction requiring notice indicated on the Building Permit.

4.   NOTIFY the Building Inspector of any proposed changes to your building plans.  These will require approval prior to changes. 
A building may be occupied when notice of the date of completion is given to the Chief Building Official and a final inspection has been made. 
Occupancy of an unfinished building may be granted provided the conditions of the Ontario Building Code are met, e.g. Fire and Life Safety components, water & sewage components, etc. 
Proper inspections will help ensure that construction is safe and that it meets code requirements.  This will help protect your investment and contribute to a better standard of development for the community. 

Building without a permit is against the law and is subject to fines or penalties set out in the Building Code Act and the Provincial Offences Act.  Furthermore, the cost of issuing a permit where construction has begun is double the standard permit fee.  The Chief Building Official may also ask for engineering inspections on the existing building or parts thereof before a permit can be issued.  This is an unwise and expensive proposition, don’t do it. 

NOTE:  The issuing of a Building Permit does not in any way relieve the Owner or his agent from complying with all the rules and regulations of the Zoning By-laws, the Ontario Building Code, or any other applicable law.

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