New Structure or Addition
Any addition or new accessory structure, including sheds, cabanas, or similar structures, requires a building permit prior to construction. In addition, a Grading Permit must be obtained from the Development Engineering Department before submitting an application for the associated Building Permit.
Grading Permit Requirements
Project | Permit | Fee | Security deposit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New cabana, shed or other accessory structure larger than 40 meters squared | Accessory Grading Permit larger than 40 meters squared | $1,003 | $5,000 |
| New cabana, shed or other accessory structure smaller than 40 meters squared | Accessory Grading Permit smaller than 40 meters squared | $693 | $2,500 |
| Any addition larger than 40 meters squared | Addition Grading Permit larger than 40 meters squared | $1,003 | $5,000 |
| Any addition smaller than 40 meters squared | Addition Grading Permit smaller than 40 meters squared | $693 | $2,500 |
New Structure or Addition - Grading Permit
Documents required for submission:
**(all documents to be submitted in PDF format)
- Residential grading permit requirements (PDF) – see grading permit requirements
- Agent Authorization Form (PDF) – required if applicant is not the registered homeowner
- Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) approval – if applicable
- Committee of Adjustment approval – if applicable
- Permit fee – includes two drawing reviews. Any additional reviews are subject to a fee as listed Fees and Charges By-law 251-2024 Schedule K (PDF).
For more information, please review lot grading notes (PDF) and City of Vaughan lot grading criteria.
Once your grading permit has been issued, please refer to Building Standards for next steps.
Sample Drawings:
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