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New subdivisions require a process under the City of Vaughan Plan of Subdivision Approval Process. Grading permits for subdivision development must comply with the applicable subdivision agreement, drawings and grading requirements. Grading permits to be issued by Development Engineering before applying for the associated building permit.
 
Permit requirements

​Project ​Permit ​Fee
​New subdivision development Subdivision grading permit Based on dwelling

 

Documents required for submission:   
(all documents to be submitted in PDF format) 

  1. Residential grading permit requirements (PDF) – see grading permit requirements
  2. Agent Authorization Form (PDF) – required if applicant is not the registered homeowner
  3. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) approval – if applicable
  4. Committee of Adjustment approval – if applicable
  5. Permit fee – includes two drawing reviews.  Any additional reviews are subject to a fee as listed Fees and Charges By-law 171-2013 Schedule K (PDF).

Once your grading permit has been issued, please refer to Building Standards for next steps. You may also need a Dewatering Discharge Approval if large amounts of water need to be removed from a site.

 

 Contact Information

 
​Development Engineering

Phone: 
905-832-2281

Email: 
DEpermits@vaughan.ca

Location:
Vaughan City Hall, Level 200
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan  L6A 1T1
 

 Related Links

 
  • Apply for a permit online
  • New home entrance
  • New structure or addition
  • Residential infill construction
  • Swimming pool
 

 Additional Resources

 
  • Deficiencies and resubmission online user guide (PDF)
  • Fees and Charges By-law 171-2003 (PDF)
  • Lot grading notes (PDF)
  • Residential grading permit requirements (PDF)
  • Subdivision grading permit online submission user guide (PDF)
  • Consultants Letter - Final Grading Letter Subdivision
  • Homeowners Guide to Assumption and Lot Grading
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