The Development Inspection and Grading division oversees two different functions Development Inspection for all new construction areas and Lot Grading review. Development Inspection and Grading staff perform two different functions, Development Inspection for all new construction areas and Lot Grading review. 
 

• Overseeing the construction and maintenance requirements for new development subdivisions
• Provide detailed site inspections for all municipal works constructed
• Ensuring municipal infrastructure is build, approved, inspected and meets city’s standards 

Grading Staff:

• Address residential drainage at a micro level as part of residential subdivision process and private residential construction
• Review and approval of site alteration work, lot grading/drainage and pool permit inspections
• Final lot grading certification inspection with subdivision consultant
• Residential lot grading complaints and enquiries, prior to assumption
• Recommendations for Completion Approval and Assumption with respect to lot grading
• Responsible for the clearance of letters of credit releases for infill lots, additions and pools​​

Grading Permit Administration

Grading Permits (Infill & Subdivisions)

•  A grading permit must be obtained from the Development Engineering Department prior to application for the associated Building Permit. 

Pool Enclosure

• A swimming pool fence enclosure and grading permit is required to be issued by the Development Engineering Department prior to the installation of any swimming pool as provided by the City of Vaughan Fencing By-law 80-90 as amended.