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PERMITS - DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING

We are currently experiencing a higher than normal volume of Permit Application submissions
*As a result of this, current permit review time could take up to 4 weeks*

While the City of Vaughan continues to respond to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of all citizens, staff and business partners remain our top priority. Although City Hall remains closed to the public and staff continue to work from home, we are pleased to announce the launch of the City's new online permit portal. Pool and all categories of grading permits - including subdivision - can now be submitted and paid for online. CLICK HERE: Launch the new online permit portal

New/updated Fees effective January 1, 2021
Project examples, permits and fees

Project Examples	Permit Required	Permit Fee
In-ground pool	In-ground pool Permit	$670
Permanent Above-ground pool including hot tubs & swim-spa's	Above-ground pool permit	$500
Temporary or Seasonal Pool (ex. purchased at box store retailer)	Temporary/seasonal pool permit	$350
New Infill Residential Home	Infill Lot Grading Permit	$725
New Cabana, shed or other accessory structure over 40m2	Accessory permit>40m2	$725
New Cabana, shed or other accessory structure less than 40m2	Accessory permit<40m2	$500
Any addition over 40m2	Addition permit>40m2	$725
Any addition under 40m2	Addition permit<40m2	$500
Side-door entrance	Addition permit<40m2	$500
Walk-up basement	Addition permit<40m2	$500
New Subdivision Development	Subdivision Grading Permit	Based on dwelling

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)

If your property is within a TRCA-Regulated Area? If so, you will require TRCA approval prior to submitting your grading or pool permit.

Grading certification

If your area is unassumed and your property’s grading has not been certified – the drawing for your proposed work must be reviewed and stamped by your subdivision developer’s consultant. Please be advised that the developer and/or consultant may charge a fee for the review and stamp. Email DEpermits@vaughan.ca to confirm lot grading certification before submitting your permit application.

GRADING PERMITS (accessory structures, additions, infills, subdivisions and walkouts)

Grading permits must be obtained from the Development Engineering Department BEFORE submitting the application for the associated building permit.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR SUBMISSION:	WHAT TO KNOW:
Site Grading Plan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority - TRCA (if applicable) Committee of Adjustment - COA (if applicable) Agent Authorization (if you are applying on behalf of a resident)	When to Apply for a Grading Permit Grading Permit Requirements Lot Grading Notes

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR SUBMISSION:

WHAT TO KNOW:

Site Grading Plan
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority - TRCA (if applicable)
Committee of Adjustment - COA (if applicable)
Agent Authorization (if you are applying on behalf of a resident)

NOTES:

Once your grading permit has been issued, please contact/apply for a building permit by email at: zoninginfo@vaughan.ca
On the third submission, you will be charged an additional fee of $113
Please upload all document in PDF form only. We will NOT accept non legible documents

SWIMMING POOLS

Swimming pool grading permits and fence enclosures are issued by the Development Engineering prior to the installation of any swimming pool, as required by the City of Vaughan Swimming pool grading permits and fence enclosures are issued by the Development Engineering prior to the installation of any swimming pool, as required by the City of Vaughan Fency By-law 189-2020, as amended.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR SUBMISSION:	WHAT TO KNOW:
Pool Permit Agreement Site Grading Plan Agent Authorization (if applying on behalf of a resident) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority - TRCA (if applicable) Committee of Adjustment - COA (if applicable) Pool Fence Checklist (choose one) Wood Fence Metal Picket Fence Chain Link Fence Glass Fence Masonry Wall Other Material	Above Ground Pool Permit Requirements In-ground Pool Permit Requirements Pool Permit Notes Frequently Asked Questions

NOTES:

Above line 10 in the Pool Agreement, the information (name/address) refers to the person who the $5000 security deposit will be refunded to. The individual whose name is noted above Line 10 refers to the LC applicant when paying the $5000
Any body of water 30" or more in depth requires a pool permit
On the fourth submission, there is an additional fee of $113
Please upload documents in PDF format only.We will NOT accept non legible documents

Contact Information

Development Engineering Department

Phone: 905-832-2281

Email: DEpermits@vaughan.ca

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

Additional Resources

FORMS:

Fill Permit Application & Requirements

EXAMPLES OF DRAWINGS:

ONLINE PORTAL USER GUIDES:

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GRADING PERMITS (accessory structures, additions, infills, subdivisions and walkouts)

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