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PERMITS

There is currently a higher than normal volume of permit application submissions. As a result of this, permit review time could take up to four weeks.

Permits are required for a variety of new or additional construction projects including pools, cabanas or sheds, new entrances to homes or a new subdivision.

The City of Vaughan has introduced two new features available through Service Vaughan for in-ground pool permits:

Online inspection requests

You can now submit online inspection requests (PDF) for in-ground pool construction projects through the City's online permit portal. Whether you need a fence inspection before you fill your pool with water or are ready for a final inspection to receive your security depot refund, you can now use the convenient online tool to request your inspection.

Online pool permit renewals

If your in-ground pool permit is about to expire and you need more time to complete your project, you can now process and pay for your permit renewal online (PDF) through Service Vaughan. This is applicable to in-ground pool permits issued as of Jan. 1, 2021 where the necessary inspections have not yet been initiated.

For more information on specific permits, see below. If you already know the type of permit you are applying for, you may do so by applying for a permit online.

When a grading permit or engineering permit is required

Project type	Grading required	Engineer/surveyor stamp required
Accessory structure* greater than 40 square metres or 430 square feet	Yes	Yes
Accessory structure* between 10 square metres to 40 square metres	Yes	No
Accessory structure* less than 10 square metres or 108 square feet	No	No
Addition greater than 40 square metres or 430 square feet, ground floor	Yes	Yes
Addition less than 40 square metres or 430 square feet, ground floor	Yes	No
Addition to second storey only	No	No
Deck (enclosed or open)	No	No
Loggia/covered porch poured concrete greater than 25 millimetres to 2.5 centimetres (one inch) deep	Yes	Only if greater than 40 square metres
New door addition side elevation	Yes	No
New house construction	Yes	Yes
Sunroom on footings (posts)	No	No
Sunroom with foundation	Yes	Only if greater than 40 square metres
Walk-up basement	Yes	Only if greater than 40 square metres
*Accessory structure includes cabanas, detached garages, sheds, etc.

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

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