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Building permits — Argyle, Nova Scotia: By-law #17A Building (Municipality of the District of Argyle)

In the District municipality of Argyle, Nova Scotia, building permit rules are set by By-law #17A Building (Municipality of the District of Argyle), verified 2026-10-18. Permit required for: Creation of additional units; change of use or tenant in buildings other than residential occupancy, regardless of extent of construction. Fees set in: Fees Policy. Administered by: Building Inspector (Authority Having Jurisdiction).

By-law #17A Building (Municipality of the District of Argyle) adopted bylaw

permit required for	Creation of additional units; change of use or tenant in buildings other than residential occupancy, regardless of extent of construction.	Building Permit (4)
exemptions	Accessory building not used for human habitation, not greater than 20 square metres (215 square feet) and one storey; ground level patios, walkways, landscaping; non-structural alterations/repairs $5000 or less.	Building Permit (3)
fees location	Fees Policy	"all required fees as set out in the 'Fees Policy'"
authority	Building Inspector (Authority Having Jurisdiction)	"appointed as a Building Inspector by the council"

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District building by-law under NS Building Code Act: applies to the whole Municipality, building inspector as authority having jurisdiction, permits. Effective Feb 2, 2016 per its table (scanned; dates internally inconsistent).