| permit required for | Interior and exterior non-structural repairs with a monetary value of more than $10,000.00. | s. 1.8 |
| exemptions | Accessory building not greater than 20 square meters; storm windows; ground level patios and walkways; replacing existing roofing; non-structural repairs $10,000.00 or less. | A building permit is not required for |
| fee basis | Building Inspector may place a value on the cost of work, based on an accepted costing standard, for determining the applicable permit fee. | s. 1.9 |
| fees location | Fees and Fines Policy | Fees and Fines Policy |
| authority | authority having jurisdiction | s. 1.11; s. 1.8 |
scout note
Town building by-law under the NS Building Code Act: application for building, occupancy and demolition permits, material alteration defined (over $10,000 non-structural). Readings Jan 21/30 and Feb 18/20, 2026 (scanned).