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Building permits — New Tecumseth, Ontario: Building Permit By-law 2026-018 ("The Building By-law")

In the Town of New Tecumseth, Ontario, building permit rules are set by Building Permit By-law 2026-018 ("The Building By-law"), verified 2026-09-25. Permit required for: construction or demolition of buildings; classes as set out in Schedule A; staged or conditional permits may be issued. Fees set in: Schedule A of this By-law. Administered by: Chief Building Official for the Town of New Tecumseth.

Building Permit By-law 2026-018 ("The Building By-law") adopted bylaw

permit required for	construction or demolition of buildings; classes as set out in Schedule A; staged or conditional permits may be issued	classes of permit required for construction or demolition
fee basis	per square foot or numerical multiplier with associated minimum fee or flat rate; based on gross floor area; greater of minimum fee or fee calculated using fee multiplier	fees shall be based on a per square foot or numerical multiplier
fees location	Schedule A of this By-law	Schedule A
authority	Chief Building Official for the Town of New Tecumseth	s. 1.1

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Town of New Tecumseth's own Building By-law under the Building Code Act: governs issuance/administration of building and demolition permits, BCIN, complete-application rules, CBO code of conduct, and permit fees (Schedule A); effective Jan 1, 2026.