Building Department

BUILDING DEPARTMENT FEES & TARIFFS MAY BE VIEWED HERE

Chief Building Official: Bob McLean

The Building Department is located in the Municipal Office at:
169 St. David St., Mitchell, ON
Telephone: (519) 348-8429 EXT 226, 230
Fax: (519) 348-8935

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 609, 169 St. David St.,
Mitchell, ON     N0K 1N0

Building Department Notices

• Notice Regarding Driveways - PDF
• Notice Regarding Swimming Pools - PDF

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Building Department F.A.Q.: 

1. What is a Building permit?
2. Why do I need a building permit?
3. What’s required for a permit?
4. What projects do not require a permit?
5. How may I obtain an application for a building permit?
6. What fees are involved in obtaining permits and applications?

 
What is a Building Permit?

A Building Permit is a license which grants legal permission to begin construction of any new structure, addition or renovation. It is issued only when the plans for construction comply with the Ontario Building Code, the Municipality of West Perth zoning by-laws and other applicable laws and regulations.

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Why Do I Need a Building Permit?

The use of Building Permits allows municipalities to regulate the types of construction in the community and ensure that proper building standards are met. The enforcement of building codes serves to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.

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What’s Required For A Permit?

For exterior work, a floor plan, a cross section, a site plan and elevations will be required. For interior work, a floor plan and a cross section drawing will be required. Buildings that are over 3 stories or greater than 600 square metres will require an architect or an engineer to design and prepare plans for the building.

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What Projects Do Not Require A Permit?

Painting, landscaping, sidewalks, kitchen cupboards, eaves troughs or other cosmetic work.

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How May I Obtain an Application for a Building Permit?

You may download and print some commonly requested Building Permit Applications in PDF format by clicking on items in this list:

• Farm, Commercial, Industrial Building Permit applications are available at the Building Inspector's office.
• Demolition Permit applications are available at the Building Inspector's office.
• Residential and Accessory Permit applications are available at the Building Inspector's office.
• Application - Sign Permit - (See also Sign by-law)
• Application - Permit for a Sewage System
• SEE ALSO Notice of Passing of a Development Charges By-law (PDF) for list of charges related to residential development.
• SEE ALSO Notice Regarding Driveways, Notice Regarding Swimming Pools

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BUILDING DEPARTMENT FEES & TARIFFS MAY BE VIEWED HERE