A building permit is required for any detached accessory structure that is:
Drawings that are prepared by a qualified designer (as defined in the Ontario Building Code) must include:
A building permit is not required for an uncovered deck maximum 18.6 metres (about 200 square feet), not exceeding 0.6metres (about 23.6 inches) above grade and not attached to an existing structure.
Although a building permit may not be required for the uncovered deck, the deck is still required to meet the City of Vaughan Zoning By-law.
Zoning requirements, such as setbacks to property lines, must be provided when constructing all decks.
Drawings that are prepared by a qualified designer (as defined in the Ontario Building Code) must include:
Drawings that are prepared by a qualified designer (as defined in the Ontario Building Code) must include:
Before making a building permit application, make sure the proposal complies with the City of Vaughan Zoning By-law 1-88 (PDF). Any questions about applications or requirements can be directed to the Building Standards department at 905-832-8510.
| Project | Permit | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| New subdivision development | Subdivision grading permit | Singles & Semis - $611.80 Street Towns per unit - $372.90 |
**(all documents to be submitted in PDF format)
The City of Vaughan maintains records of building permit plans; however, it is not guaranteed that all records are available. Archived plans are located at an offsite facility and may take up to a week* to retrieve. A request must be made through the Building Standards department by owners (proof of ownership required) or authorized agents (letter of authorization from the owner required) of the property. This documentation must be submitted with a non-refundable&nbs
The chart below outlines common applicable laws that may apply to development and building applications.
