Guides for Toronto Building Permit Applications

A complete hub of expert resources to help you explore requirements, rules, costs, and steps for building permit applications in Toronto.

As exciting as it is, planning a home renovation can get quite stressful. There are so many things to keep in mind and it’s pretty difficult to keep tabs on everything amongst the chaos. One of the best ways to...

Looking to make the most of your home without moving? Renovating your basement is one of the smartest ways to add functional living space. Not only does it make good use of unused space, but also leaves a significant effect...

More and more, people in Toronto are thinking of renovations not just as ways to improve their homes, but also as ways to make the most of their property’s hidden potential. When people renovate their homes, they might be doing...

Garden suites have quickly become a popular way for Toronto homeowners to use their backyards. They offer flexibility, rental potential, and a way to add density without altering the neighborhood. Garden suites are allowed in many areas, so they seem...

Homeowners in Toronto often ask how long a home addition will take, expecting a construction-based answer. In practice, most of the timeline is shaped well before construction begins. Zoning reviews, design coordination, permit approvals, and inspections all play a decisive...

Basements are one of the biggest sources of heat loss in Ontario homes, yet many renovations still overlook proper insulation. Homeowners often assume that adding “some insulation” is enough, only to discover later that it does not meet Ontario Building...

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