A Partnership of the
Municipalities of Alberton, Chapple,
BUILDING CODES
& PERMITS INFORMATION SHEET
OVERVIEW:
The Ontario Building Code is
a regulation made under the Building Code
Act, which, by law, must be enforced by all municipalities.
The Code is essentially a
set of minimum provisions respecting the safety of buildings with reference to
public health, fire protection and structural sufficiency. Its primary purpose is the promotion of
public safety through the application of appropriate uniform building
standards.
BUILDING
PERMITS:
A Building Permit is a
license issued by a municipality which grants legal permission to begin a
construction project. Permits are
typically required for new building(s), additions, prefabricated structures and
alterations to heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing
systems, and some renovations.
It is unlawful
to start a building project without having first obtained a Building Permit.
APPLYING
FOR A BUILDING PERMIT:
1. Ensure that your project
complies with the municipality's Zoning By-Law(s) which regulate the use,
size, required setbacks, etc., of land and buildings and with other applicable
law, regulations and policies of various Ministries and agencies (ie. MNR, MTO,
Hydro One, Northwestern Health Unit), New Home Warranty, etc. If you
have questions or require further information or clarification, contact Chief
Building Official Henry Van Ael at 274-8531
(Pwi-Di-Goo-Zhing Nee-Yah-Zing
Advisory Services).
2. You require a permit from MTO for any
building within 45 metres of a
3. Fill out all applicable
areas of the Application Form. Sign and
date the form in the areas indicated.
4. Adequate drawings and
related information which clearly show the building's structure and services as
well as the location of all buildings and services on the property must be
provided with your application.
5. Submit the completed
application form together with the drawings, information and required fee (see
below) to the municipality for review by the Chief Building Official.
6. Keep the municipality
informed as your project progresses so appropriate inspections can be done. Remember, it is your responsibility to call for inspections to ensure Code
compliance.
Local
Approval Agencies:
Northwestern Health Unit (
Ministry of Natural Resources (
Ministry of Transportation (MTO Kenora)........ 807-468-2762
Ministry of Labour (Dryden)............................. 807-223-4898
Electrical Safety Authority................................ 1-800-636-7107
Base fee for first $1000................................................ $50.00
Each Additional $1000 of
value or part thereof............... $
7.00
Demolition permit fee................................................... $0
Calculation of building
value Main Floor $100./sq ft, Second Floor $50/sq ft, Finished Basement $25/sq
ft
Unfinished basement $20/sq ft, Garage & Accessory bldg $20/sq ft, Barns or livestock bldg $5/sq ft.