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All About Building Permit Costs in Ottawa

Regardless if you’re a renovation novice or an expert, a contractor even, the world of building permit requests is tricky to navigate. Of course, if you’ve taken on a renovation project or two, then you’re most likely aware of everything that's of importance, like applying for permits in the first place. In 1976, Ontario established the Building Code Act, to regulate and increase renovation quality control while offering homeowners protection. Therefore, if you’re renovating a structure in the City of Ottawa, you have to determine whether or not a work permit is required.

Building permits were first established to ensure health, safety, structural soundness, as well as peace of mind during the construction process. Not only can a permit offer an additional level of comfort but it can prevent significant city-related issues down the line. Read on for all of the crucial information regarding building permit costs in Ottawa.

When and Why You Need and Should Apply for a Building Permit in Ontario

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What requires a building permit for house renovations in the City of Ottawa?

Now, before you get carried up with your hammers and nails, or even consider drawing up blueprints, you’re going to want to get your building permit application process going. Everything has to be factored in. As mentioned briefly in our introduction, when it comes to understanding the steps required for an Ottawa-based renovation project, the <a href="https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/building-construction/apply-for-a-building-permit/building-permit-regulations/">Building Code Act</a> is the place to start. The Building Code Act states that a building permit is required for any construction and/or demolition of a new building, and addition or material changes. These changes include material structures, not just buildings alone.

This means that taking on pretty much any renovation project requires a permit. Even if you think that the renovation you’re planning is on the smaller, or simpler, side of things, chances are you're still going to need a permit to proceed legally. So definitely look into permit requirements. Check with certified contractions, they often have all the information you're looking for. And, as it so happens, there’s a long list of construction work done on a house that requires a permit, no matter what, and they're as follows:

We highly recommend heading to your local municipal office or checking with your city's urban planner to determine whether the project you're planning requires a permit. Nowadays, almost everything can be found online, the Internet is a real information gem. You'll be able to gather details regarding your municipality, inspections/inspectors, contractors, building height requirements, etc. In a nutshell, if you plan on proceeding with a home improvement project that won’t require structural changes, such as finishing a basement, or installing additional insulation or roof vents, you'll most likely not need a permit.

The common renovation projects that don't typically require a permit are as follows:

How much does a building permit cost in Ottawa?

There's a long list of different building permits, each with their respective costs, as regulated by the City of Ottawa. For the purpose of this article, we’re going to take a look at some of the more common project costs. However, for a full list of all costs involved, for specific permits, <a href="https://ottawa.ca/en/residents/building-and-renovating/forms-applications-and-fees#comprehensive-building-code-fee-schedule">click here</a>.

The basic building permit fee calculated by the Building Department of Ottawa is $11&nbsp; for every $1,000 of the project's accessed valuation.&nbsp;The minimum fee for a permit application is always $100.

For new buildings or additions to existing structures: <a href="https://ottawa.ca/en/planning-development-and-construction/building-and-renovating/forms-applications-and-fees#section-19e46463-7e6d-490b-a66c-02d211077d32">the minimum fee is always $100</a>.

Demolition: $1,000 - $3,000

Change of use: $108 per application

Plumbing work: $100 per application

Building a fence or pool enclosure: $200

How to Contact the City and Prepare for Your Renovation Permit

When submitting permit applications, whether in person or via their website, representatives of the City of Ottawa will need to see a clearly defined plan of the planned project. Nothing can be left open to questioning. This is especially true if any architectural, plumbing or mechanical work is being done. Renovation plans can be drawn by you or by a certified architect, depending on the details needed. Alongside these, you’ll need a Building Code Identification Number (BCIN). This number will help speed up the process.

Depending on how complex the project you’re planning is, the review period for your permit will vary. However, for the majority of residential renovations, the waiting period typically falls between 5 and 10 business days. Once accepted and with plans in hand, you’ll need to stick your permit somewhere that's visible streetside, place it either in a window or in a visible area on your home. On another note, in Ontario, specific inspections are required for different steps of the renovation process. Meaning, you'll have to bring in an inspector. When you pick up your permit, the specifications of this should be provided to you. Be sure to carry out plenty of research leading up to the renovation; ask questions, as this will prevent setbacks and any difficulties experienced during the completion of your project.

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