Canadian home permit guides
Find the permit rules for your city.
Check common home projects, see the local rule, and go straight to the municipality when you are ready to apply.
Start with your project
Open a Canada-wide project guide, then check the city page for the local rule.
DecksHeight, structure and local thresholds →
Sheds & accessory buildingsSize, location and exemptions →
Basement renovationsFinishing, bedrooms and plumbing →
Secondary suites & ADUsNew dwelling units and zoning →
Home additionsNew floor area and structure →
Interior alterationsWalls, openings and layout changes →
What you get on a city page
- Quick permit answersPlain-language rules for common projects.
- How to apply or askMunicipal contact and application links where available.
- Official sourcesThe city pages used to verify the information.
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