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Toronto Building Permit Guides

Everything you need to navigate Toronto's building permit process, from application to approval.

Getting Started

New to permits? Start here.

Do I Need a Building Permit?

What requires a permit vs. what doesn't

How to Get a Building Permit

Step-by-step checklist

Express Building Permits

Approvals in 3-5 days

Permit Fees 2026

Complete cost guide

Project Guides

Specific requirements by project type.

Basement Apartments & Secondary Suites

Requirements, fire safety, and costs

Laneway & Garden Suites

ADU requirements and costs

Heritage Properties

Extra requirements for designated homes

Committee of Adjustment

Zoning variances explained

Track & Verify

Check status, inspections, and research.

Check Your Permit Status

What 'Under Review' means

Building Inspections

What to expect at each stage

Suspect Illegal Construction?

Look up any address

Official City of Toronto Resources

Apply for a Building Permit →Official Fee Schedule →Committee of Adjustment →

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