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Oct 19, 2007 at 01:47 PM |
Why do I need a building permit?
Building permits regulate types of construction permitted in the community and ensure that building standards are met. it is unlawful to start construction or demolition before you obtain a permit.
How do I get a building permit? (for Markham resident)
You can apply for a permit online at www.markham.ca or apply at the Town of Markham Building standards department.
The Milliken entrance:
101 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON L3R 9W3
Can I have my driveway entrance widened or installed?
You must fill out a town of Markham Culvert Installation Application form. Your completed form can be mailed or filled out and dropped off to: (for Markham resident)
Town Markham Operations
Roads Department
101 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON L3R 9W3
Phone: 905 477 7000 ext 4866
Fax: 905 940 1550
What projects require building permits?
- Construct a new building greater than 10 square meter in building area (the area of the building's footprint)
- Install new plumbing in a building or part thereof
- Change the use of a building
- Construct an addition to an existing building
- Construct a deck *
- Add or remove a structural wall in a dwelling
- Complete a roughed-in bathroom or washroom
- Alter an existing building or it's plumbing system
- Repair a building or it's plumbing system
- Repair or install an on-site sewage system
- Install a new furnace utilizing a new fuel source, i.e. Electrical to natural gas
- Install a solid fuel burning appliance, i.e. Wood burning stove or masonry fireplace
- Complete a roughed-in fire-place
- Detached or attached garages and carports
- Solariums
- Addition of a dormer
- Raising a dwelling to provide a full basement
- Sunrooms
- Install a sign
- Pool enclosure around a swimming pool
* Decks in the rear yard, not attached to the dwelling and less than 10 square meter (108 sq. ft.) in area, do not require a building permit. Decks larger than 10 sq. m (108 sq. ft.) and all decks more than 600 mm (2'-0") above average grade do require a building permit. If the above list does not include specifics of your project or you are not sure if a permit will be required, please contact the Administrators at 905-475-4870 with the details of the work..
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