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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.
The rear angular plane rule is designed to regulate the height and shape of garden and laneway suites as they extend toward the back of a property. Its purpose is to minimize overshadowing and ensure these buildings do not dominate...
Garden and Laneway Suites are innovative housing options that provide additional living space on residential lots. Both types of suites are self-contained units designed for day-to-day living and include kitchens, bathrooms, and sleeping areas. The main difference between them is...
Toronto’s growth and focus on mixed-use neighborhoods mean zoning matters more than ever. Whether you’re a homeowner planning a laneway suite, adding a garden suite to your property, or a developer exploring a triplex permit, you’ve likely come across the...
Platforms, such as decks, porches, and balconies, are common features of residential properties. However, how these structures are classified under zoning rules can affect compliance. The Toronto Zoning By-law provides specific guidance on when the exterior sides of a platform...
Toronto’s multiplex zoning regulations have recently undergone several updates impacting the design and construction of residential buildings in different zones. Each zone R, RD, RS, RT, and RM, has specific rules that influence how multiplexes can be developed, from main...
When designing a new home or planning a renovation, two zoning concepts are central to how much you can build: Gross Floor Area (GFA) and Floor Space Index (FSI). While they are closely connected, they play different roles in regulating...