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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SAULT STE. MARIE
BY-LAW 2008-148
BUILDING: (B.1.1) A by-law respecting construction, demolition and
change of use permits, inspections and related matters for the City of
Sault Ste. Marie.
Whereas Section 7 of the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, Chapter 23, as
amended, empowers Council to pass certain by-laws respecting construction,
demolition and change of use permits and inspections.
And whereas Section 3.-(1) of the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, Chapter 23, as
amended empowers Council to be responsible for the enforcement of the Act in the
municipality, excepted where otherwise provided by this Act, 2002;
And whereas from time to time the Chief Building Official and Inspectors for the City of
Sault Ste. Marie have been appointed by by-law pursuant to Section 3.(2) of the
Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, Chapter 23, as amended.
Now therefore, The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie enacts as follows:
1.0
SHORT TITLE
This By-law may be cited as the "Building By-law".
2.0
DEFINITIONS
In this by-law,
(a)
"Act" means the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, Chapter 23 as
amended;
(b)
"as constructed plans" means as constructed plans as defined in the
Building Code;
(c)
"architect" means a holder of a license, a certificate of practice, or a
temporary license under the Architect's Act as defined in the building
code;
(d)
"building" means a building as defined in Section 1(1) of the Act;
(e)
"building code" means the regulations made under Section 34 of the Act;
(f)
"Chief Building Official" means the Chief Building Official appointed by the
by-law of The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie for the purposes
of enforcement of the Act;
(g)
"Corporation" means The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie.;
(h)
"farm building" means a farm building as defined in the building code;
(i)
"permit" means written permission or written authorization from the Chief
Building Official to perform work regulated by this by-law and the Act, or to
change the use of a building or part of a building or parts thereof as
regulated by the Act;
(j)
"plumbing" means plumbing as defined in Section 1(1) of the Act;
(k)
"professional engineer" means a person who holds a license or a
temporary license under the Professional Engineer's Act; and
(l)
"prescribed value" means the value as determined by the Chief Building
Official, including the value of proposed building or designated structure
including the total value of all work, labour, equipment, overhead services
and materials with respect to the proposed construction and including all
professional and related services.
2.1
Terms not defined in this by-law shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the
Act or the Building Code.
3.0
CLASSES OF PERMITS
The following classes of permits are described in detail together with their
respective fees in Schedule "A" appended to and forming part of this by-law:
(a)
building permit;
(b)
partial permit;
(c)
occupancy permit;
(d)
sewer permit (storm & sanitary);
(e)
sign permit;
(f)
portable sign permit;
(g)
plumbing permit;
(h) heating, ventilation, airconditioning (HVAC) Permit
(i)
demolition permit;
(j)
change of use permit;
(k)
conditional permit;
(l)
transfer permit; and
(m)
re-inspection permit. [AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49]
4.0
PERMIT APPLICATIONS & ISSUANCE
4.1
Permit Applications
The owner or agent shall file an application in writing for any class of Permit to
the Chief Building Official, by completing the prescribed form available from the
Chief Building Official and shall supply any other information relating to the
application deemed as required by the Chief Building Official. The prescribed
form shall be as set out in Schedule "C", Form 1 to this By-Law.
4.2
Detail in Application for All Permits
Every Permit application, with the exception of Change of Use Permit
Applications, shall be filed on the prescribed form set out in Schedule "C", Form 1
to this by-law and must:
(a)
identify and describe in detail the work, use and occupancy to be covered
by the Permit for which the application is made;
(b)
identify and describe in detail the existing uses and the proposed use(s)
for which the premises are intended;
(c)
describe the land on which the work is to be done, by a description that
will readily identify and locate the site on which the work covered by the
Permit is to occur, e.g. civic address, legal description, lot measurements;
(d)
be accompanied by two (2) sets of plans and specifications as described
in Schedule "B" to this by-law;
(e)
be accompanied by the required fees in accordance with Schedule "A" to
this by-law;
(f)
state the name, address, telephone number and facsimile number of the
Owner, Applicant, architect, engineer or other designer, and the
constructor or person hired to carry out the work covered by the Permit;
(g)
in circumstances where Section 1.2. Division C Part 1 of the Building
Code applies, be accompanied by a signed "Commitment To General
Reviews By Architect and Engineers" form as set out in Schedule "C",
Form 3 to this by-law;
(h)
include, where applicable, the registration number of the builder or vendor
as provided for in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act;
(i)
state the estimated value of the proposed work, including consulting fees,
material and labour;
(j)
be signed by the Applicant; and
(k)
include any documents establishing compliance to applicable law as set
out in article 1.4.1.3. Division A Part 1. OBC.
(l)
make a determination on the completeness of the application and
submitting all required documentation to demonstrate compliance
[AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49]
4.3
Detail in Application for Demolition Permits
In addition to the requirements of Section 4.2 of this by-law, every application for
a Demolition Permit may, at the discretion of the Chief Building Official:
(a)
require the Applicant to enter into an agreement and provide sufficient
financial security, as determined by the Chief Building Official, to allow the
municipality to complete the demolition should the Applicant not complete
the demolition within the time frame specified in the agreement; and/or
(b)
require the Applicant to fence the demolition site to the satisfaction of the
Chief Building Official as described in section 9 of this By-Law.
(c)
in circumstances where Section 1.2. Division C Part 1 of the Building
Code applies, be accompanied by a signed "Commitment To General
Reviews By Architect and Engineers" form as set out in Schedule "C",
Form 3 to this by-law.
4.4
Detail in Application for Partial Building Permits
In addition to the requirements of Section 4.2 of this by-law, every Partial Building
Permit application must comply with the following requirements:
(a)
Every Partial Building Permit application must include:
(i)
an application and the required fees for the entire project; and
(ii)
plans and specifications covering the part of the work for which
more expeditious approval is desired, together with such
information, plans and specification pertaining to the remainder of
the work as may be required by the Chief Building Official.
(b)
A written statement from the Applicant setting out the time period wherein
full plans and specifications and any other such documents which may be
required, will be submitted for review and approval of the complete
building construction.
(c)
Every Partial Building Permit application shall be subject to conditions as
determined by the Chief Building Official and shall not be construed as an
authorization of the complete project.
(d)
In circumstances where Section 1.2. Division C Part 1 of the Building
Code applies, the Partial Building Permit application shall be accompanied
by a signed "Commitment To General Reviews By Architect and
Engineers" form as set out in Schedule "C", Form 3 to this by-law.
4.5
Detail in Application for Conditional Building Permits
In addition to the requirements of Section 4.2 of this by-law, every Conditional
Building Permit application must contain:
(a)
a written statement from the Applicant explaining the reasons why the
Applicant believes that unreasonable delays in construction would occur if
a Conditional Permit is not granted;
(b)
a written acknowledgement from the Applicant of the necessary approvals
which must be obtained in respect of the proposed construction and the
time period in which such approvals are proposed to be obtained by the
Applicant; and,
(c)
a written agreement, in the form provided by the Chief Building Official,
executed by the Applicant, the Owner and all other persons that the Chief
Building Official considers appropriate for the purposes set out in clause
8.-(3)( c) of the Act.
4.6
Detail in Application for a Plumbing Permit;
In addition to the requirements of Section 4.2 of this by-law, every plumbing
permit application may contain:
(a)
include plans showing the location of all drain, waste, and vents of
proposed plumbing if required by the Chief Building Official;
(b)
plumbing permit may only be granted to a licensed plumbing contractor, or
their authorized agent or a owner of a single family dwelling
who undertakes the plumbing work on the premises in which he or she resides.
(c)
Exception: No plumbing permit shall be required for:
(i)
repairing or the replacement of a valve faucet or fixture;
(ii)
repairing a leak or forcing out a stoppage; or
(iii)
the replacement of a hot water tank.
4.6.1 Detail in Application for HVAC Permit
In addition to the requirements of section 4.2 of the by-law every HVAC permit
application must contain:
(a) heat loss and heat gain calculations based on the design condition as
required by the Building Code
(b)
provide mechanical a mechanical ventilation design summary for
residential within the scope of Div. B Part 9
(c)
mechanical plans showing duct layout sizing and air flow for all heated
floors
(d)
where applicable a piping layout for all hydronic heating systems for all
heated floors
(e)
details on the energy efficiency of heating, cooling and ventilation
equipment complete with make and model number [AMENDED BY BY-LAW
2012-49]
4.7
Delegation to Chief Building Official
The Chief Building Official is authorized to execute the written agreement
referred to in Section 4.5(c) of this by-law on behalf of the Corporation where;
(a)
the Applicant has complied with Section 4.5; and,
(b)
The Chief Building Official is satisfied that the compliance required under
Section 8 of the Act has been achieved.
4.8
Contents of Agreement
The Chief Building Official may require financial securities be provided to the
Corporation as a condition for issuance of a Conditional Permit.
4.9
Registration of the Agreement
Where deemed necessary by the Chief Building Official, the agreement referred
to in Section 4.5(c) of this by-law may be registered on title to the lands upon
which is located or will be located the building (or part of a building) for which the
application for Permit has been made.
4.10 Detail in Application for Change of Use Permits
Every application for a change of use Permit issued under subsection 10.-(1) of
the Act shall be submitted to the Chief Building Official on a "Change of Use"
application form as set out in Schedule "C", Form 2 to this by-law, and must:
(a)
describe the building or part of a building in which the use is to be
changed, by a description that will readily identify and locate the building;
(b)
identify and describe in detail the existing and proposed use of the
building or parts of the building in which the application for a Permit is
made;
(c)
include plans and specifications which show the current and proposed use
of all parts of the building, and which contain sufficient information to
establish compliance with the requirements of the Building Code including,
floor plans, details of wall, floor and roof assemblies identifying required
fire resistance rating and load bearing capacities;
(d)
be accompanied by the required fee; and
(e)
be signed by the Owner or his or her authorized agent; who shall attest or
affirm the truth of the contents of the application.
4.11 No Implied Future Permits
The Chief Building Official shall not, by reason of the issuance of a Conditional
Permit or Partial Permit be under any obligation to grant any further Permits.
4.12 Material Changes after Permit Issued
Should a Permit Holder wish to make any material change to any plan,
specification, document or other information on the basis of which the Permit was
issued, the Permit holder must file an application for revision to the Permit. The
provisions of Sections 4.0 and 5.0 of this by-law apply to the application for
revision as if the application was entirely new.
4.13 Incomplete Applications
All Permit applications must contain the information required pursuant to this
Article. In addition, an application is considered to be incomplete where the Chief
Building Official determines within 2 working days that the proposed work or
change of use will not comply with the Act, the Building Code, or any other
applicable law [Amended by By-law 2010-90]. The Chief Building Official may
refuse an application if anything required by this Section or Section 5.1 is omitted
or submitted in an incomplete or unsatisfactory state at the time of application
and a written statement of reasons for the refusal must be provided [Amended by
By-law 2010-90].
4.14 Abandoned Applications
An application for a Permit is considered to have been abandoned by the
Applicant where:
(a)
the application is incomplete and remains incomplete six months after it
was submitted; or
(b)
the application is complete, a Permit is available to be issued, and six
months have elapsed from the date upon which the Corporation made
notification of the Permit availability to the Applicant.
4.15 Transfer of Permits
Where a property, which is the subject matter of a Permit, is sold the new Owner
may obtain transfer of the Permit into his or her name only upon completing a
Permit application and paying the administrative transfer fee prescribed in
Schedule "A" to this by-law. The new Owner shall then be the Permit Holder for
the purposes of this by-law, the Act and the Building Code.
4.16 Revocation of Permits
The Chief Building Official, subject to provisions outlined in subsection 8.-(10) of
the Act has the authority to revoke a permit issued under the Act.
5.0
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
5.1
Submission
Every applicant shall submit two (2) sets of plans, specifications, documents and
other information to enable the Chief Building Official to determine whether the
proposed construction, demolition, or change of use conforms to the Act, the
Building Code, including but not limited to plans as listed on Schedule "B" and
any other applicable law.
5.2
Site Plans
Site plans submitted as part of an application for a Permit shall reference a
current plan of survey and when required to demonstrate compliance with the
Act, the Building Code or other applicable law, a copy of the survey shall be
submitted to the Chief Building Official. This requirement may be waived by the
Chief Building Official if he/she is able, without having a current plan of survey, to
determine whether the proposed work conforms to the Act, the Building Code,
and any other applicable law. Site plans must include:
(a)
lot size and dimensions of the property;
(b)
setbacks from existing and proposed buildings to property boundaries and
to each other;
(c)
existing and proposed ground levels or grades, elevations of proposed
footings and tops of foundations to an established geodetic datum;
(d)
existing rights of way, easements and municipal services; and
(e)
proposed fire access routes and location of hydrant or approved water
supply.
5.3
Legibility
All plans submitted must be legible and drawn to scale upon paper or other
suitable and durable material or electronic media approved by the Corporation.
5.4
"As Constructed" Drawings
On completion of the construction of a building, or part of a building, the Chief
Building Official may require a set of "as constructed" plans, including a plan of
survey showing the location and confirming the elevation of the building.
5.5
Corporation Property
Plans and specifications furnished according to this by-law or otherwise required
by the Act become the property of the Corporation and will be disposed of or
retained in accordance with relevant legislation.
5.6
Alterative Solutions
Where an application for a permit or for authorization to make a material change
to a plan, specification, document or other information on the basis of which a
permit was issued, contains an alternative solution, the following documentation
shall be provided to the Chief Building Official:
(a)
the solution must identify an applicable objective, functional statement and
acceptable solutions;
(b)
describing a basis for past performance, established tests of the solutions
or other evaluation of the solution; or
(c)
any other tests standards that provide comparable results to the
recognized standards in the Building Code.
6.0
FEES AND REFUNDS
6.1
Payment Required
Fees for the required permit shall be based on the service index as listed in
schedule "A" to this by-law. The Applicant shall pay these fees at the time of
application. No Permit shall be issued until the fees have been paid in full.
Administrative fees imposed after issuance of a Permit are due at the time the
service is requested or required.
6.2. Changing Permit Fees
The Corporation, prior to passing a by-law under clause 7 (c) of the Act to
introduce or change a fee imposed for applications for permits or for the issuance
of permits, shall in accordance with sentence 1.9.1.2. of the Building Code do the
following:
(a)
hold at least one public meeting at which any person who attends has an
opportunity to make representations with respect to the matter;
(b)
ensure that a minimum of 21 days notice of the public meeting is given to
every person and organization that has, within five days before the day of
the meeting, requested such notice; and
(c)
ensure that the notice include an estimate of the costs for administering
and enforcing the Act, the amount of the fee or any change to the existing
fee and the rational for imposing or changing the fee.
6.3
Refunds
In the case of withdrawal, abandonment of an application, or the refusal or
revocation of a permit, upon written request, the Chief Building Official shall
determine the amount of fees, if any, that may be refunded, in accordance with
Schedule "F" to this by-law. [AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49]
6.4
Where Refunds Not Available
No refund of any portion of the Permit fee paid shall be made in the following
circumstances:
(a)
where the calculation in accordance with Section 6.3 of this by-law yields
a payment of less than one ($50.00) dollars;
(b)
where a Permit was revoked (except where the revocation is due to an
error by the Corporation); and
(c)
in circumstances where the application has been deemed to have been
abandoned in accordance with Section 4.13 of this by-law, and the
Applicant has not contacted the Corporation for a period of longer than
twelve (12) months.
7.0
NOTICE REQUIREMENTS FOR INSPECTIONS
7.1
Notices Under Subsection 1.3.5. Division C Part 1 of
the Ontario Building Code as shown on schedule "E":
(a)
The Permit Holder or authorized agent shall notify the Chief Building
Official of readiness for inspection at least two (2) business days in
advance of each stage of construction for which notice in advance is
mandatory under article 1.3.5.1., Div. C. Part 1 of the Building Code
[Amended by By-law 2010-90]. After the mandatory notice has been
given, an inspector shall undertake a site inspection not later than two
days after the notice is given.
(b)
The Permit Holder or authorized agent shall notify the Chief Building
Official of completion as prescribed by Section 11 of the Act or where
occupancy is required prior to completion, shall notify the Chief Building
Official of readiness for inspection to ensure that the requirements of
Section 11 of the Act and subsection 1.3.5.1, Division C Part 1 of the
Building Code are complied with [Amended by By-law 2010-90].
(c)
A notice pursuant to this section is not effective until written or oral notice
is actually received by the Chief Building Official or his designate.
[AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49]
7.2
Additional Notices
The Permit Holder or authorized agent shall notify the Chief Building Official or
his designate of commencement of construction of:
(a)
masonry fireplace; or
(b)
completion of a public pool or public spa.
(c)
substantial completion of heating and ventilation equipment
(d)
substantial completion of site grading
(e)
completion of a building for which an occupancy permit was issued as
required under article 1.3.3.4. of the Building Code. [AMENDED BY BY-
LAW 2012-49]
8.0
PRESCRIBED FORMS
8.1
The forms prescribed for use as applications for permits, for orders and for
inspection reports shall be as set out in Schedule "C" to this by-law.
9.0 CONSTRUCTION DEMOLITION FENCING
Where in the opinion of the Chief Building Official, if a construction or
demolition site presents a hazard to the public, the Chief Building Official may
under clauses 7(1) and 7(2) of the Act, require the erection of such fencing as he
or she deems necessary to abate the hazard.
9.1 FENCING HEIGHT
The height of the fence shall be a minimum of 1.2 meters (4 feet) to be measured
from the highest adjacent grade.
9.2 FENCING CONSTRUCTION
Every fence required under this by-law shall be located on the perimeter of the
site as determined by the Chief Building Official as follows;
(a)
if of chain link construction, the chain link shall be fastened to a minimum
1½ inch inside diameter metal bar which is securely fastened to metal posts
at not more than 3.0 meter (10 feet) on centre and embedded into the
ground to provide rigid support;
(b) If of wood construction, the exterior face shall be minimum ½ inch exterior
grade plywood or OSB or equivalent material that would facilitate climbing.
The facing shall be supported by a minimum 4x4 inch posts embedded in
the ground at a minimum 2.4 meters on centre to provide rigid support;
(c) If the fence is snow fencing or plastic mesh type, the fencing should be
securely fastened to steel t-bar posts at 3.0 meters on centre and
embedded in the ground to provide a rigid support, and
(d) Other materials or methods may be substituted provided in the opinion of
the Chief Building Official there is a equivalent degree of safety.
9.3 The fence may provide openings sufficient to accommodate access to the site
provided these openings are closing off when work at the site has ended for the
day.
10.0 SEVERABILITY
10.1 In the event that any portion of this by-law is declared by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid the same shall not affect the validity of the remaining
provisions of this by-law.
11.0 ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES
11.1 Offences
Any person who contravenes any provision of this by-law is guilty of an offence
and, upon conviction, is liable to the penalties prescribed in Subsections 36(3) to
(5) of the Act.
11.2 Collection
In addition to any penalties imposed through prosecution of an offence pursuant
to this by-law, the Corporation is entitled to use all legal means at its disposal to
collect the fees applicable pursuant to this by-law. Any and all collection
methods lawfully applicable may be relied upon, including placement of unpaid
fees on the tax collector's roll for the property in question.
12.0 CODE OF CONDUCT
12.1 In accordance with Clause 7.1(1) of the Act, the required Code of Conduct for the
Chief Building Official and inspectors is established as contained in Schedule "D"
to this by-law.
13.0 SCHEDULES "A" [AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2019-161], "B" [AMENDED BY
BY-LAW 2012-49], "C" ,"D","E" [AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49] and "F"
[AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49]
Schedules "A", "B", "C", "D","E" and "F" hereto form part of this by-law.
14.0 REPEAL OF PRIOR BY-LAWS
14.1 The following by-law(s) are repealed:
By-Law 94-51
15.0 EFFECTIVE DATE
This by-law takes effect on the day of its final passing.
READ THREE TIMES and PASSED in open Council this 8th day of September,2008.
"James Caicco"
_____________________________
MAYOR - JOHN ROWSWELL
ACTING MAYOR - JAMES CAICCO
"Donna Irving"
______________________________
CLERK - DONNA IRVING
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The Corporation of the
City of Sault Ste. Marie
F.P. Pozzebon, CBCO
Chief Building Official
Community Development
& Enterprise Services
Building Division
Building Division revision date 2017-
12-05 Passed by Council on
2017-mm-dd
[Amended by By-law 2019-161]
SCHEDULE "A"
All fees are as set out in the Annual User Fee By-law as amended from time to time.
Building Division revision date 2012 0319
Passed by Council on 2012 03 19
SCHEDULE "B"
SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS, DRAWINGS AND SEPCIFICATIONS
REQUIRED FOR
CONSTRUCTION, DEMOLITION AND CHANGE OF USE PERMITS
Attached to and forming part of
By-Law 2008-148 as amended
[AMENDED BY BY-LAW 2012-49]
A minimum of 2 sets of the following types of drawings, specifications and documents at a legible
scale are required to be submitted in order for the various types of Building Permit Applications
listed to be considered a complete application pursuant to section 2.4 of the Building Code Act ,
1992 as amended and the Building Bylaw. Depending upon the nature, scope and scale of a
project other additional supporting drawings, specification and documents maybe be required to
demonstrate Ontario Building Code compliance at the discretion of the Chief Building Official.
Where required by the Chief Building Official the plans and specifications shall be submitted in a
digital PDF or ACAD format compatible with the municipality's software system.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Where applicable the following supporting documentation shall accompany applications for a
permit unless otherwise waived by the Chief Building Official:
a) Proof/Confirmation of Approval of all Applicable Law pursuant to Section H of an application to
Construct or Demolish
b) Owner / engineer/architect's letter of commitment and general review form Real Property Report
(Survey Plan) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor,
c) Where required approval by the Ministry of the Environment for the design and construction of a
private sewage disposal and water supply systems,
d) OMAFRA Nutrient Management Strategy and/or Plan Sign-Off Form.
e) Heritage Permit pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act.
f) Confirmation of Compliance with OMAFRA Minimum Distance Separation 1 or 2
Optional:
i.
Approved Lot Grading and Drainage Plan
ii.
Geotechnical Soils Report.
iii.
Structural Engineering Report
REQUIRED DRAWINGS BY TYPICAL PROJECT TYPE
1. Demolitions
a) Description of the structural design characteristics of the building and a method of
demolition prepared by a professional engineer where deemed necessary by the Chief
Building Official
b) Site Grading and Rehabilitation Plan
c) Confirmation that arrangements have been made with the proper authorities for the cutting
off and plugging of all water, sewer, gas. Electric, and telephone or other utilities and
services.
d) Where a building is designated under the Heritage Act, approval of the City Council to de-
designate the building and permit demolition.
2. Residential Decks and Porches
a)
Plot / Site Plan
b)
Foundation Plan
c)
Framing plan and guard details
3. Residential Accessory Buildings (Less Than 50 m2 in building area)
a)
Plot / Site Plan
b)
Foundation plan / Eng. Floor Slab
c)
Floor Plans
d)
Floor and Roof Framing Plans
e)
Building Elevations
f)
Building Section
g)
Where applicable, lot grading and drainage
4. Residential Accessory Buildings (Greater Than 50 m2 in building area)
a) Plot / Site Plan
b) Where applicable, lot grading and drainage
c) The following architectural plans
i.
Foundation plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Framing Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
5. Residential Additions and Renovations Permits
a) Plot / Site Plan showing grading and building location
b) The following architectural plans prepared by a Provincially Qualified Designer or the home
owner
i.
Foundation plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Framing Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
6. New Residential Houses and Semi Detached
a) Plot / Site Plan showing lot grading, drainage, and building location
b) Approved Lot Grading and Drainage Plan
c) Ontario New Home Warranty Program Registration Form
d) The following architectural plans prepared by a Provincially Qualified Designer or a
Homebuilder registered with the Tarion Warranty Corporation of the homeowner
i. Foundation plan
ii. Floor Plans
iii. Floor and Roof Framing Plans
iv. Building Elevations
v. Building Section
vi. Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
7. New Residential Townhouses, Triplex, Quad-plex
a) Site Plan and/or approved Site Plan Agreement
b) The following architectural plans prepared by a Provincially Qualified Designer or a Home
builder registered with the Ontario New Home Warranty Program
i.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Framing Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
vi.
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
vii.
HVAC Design Summary and HVAC Mechanical Plans
8. New Residential Apartment Buildings
a) Approved Site Development Plan and Agreement and/or Site Plan
b) Professional Field Review Commitment forms from the Design Professionals
c) The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by an Architect and Professional
Engineer by a Provincially Registered Designer
a)
Foundation Plan
a) Floor Plans
b) Floor and Roof Structural Plans
c) Building Elevations
d) Building Section
e) Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
f) Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iii.
Fire Alarm system
9. Small Commercial and Industrial Interior Renovations (Part 9 Buildings)
The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by a Provincially Qualified
Designer or the Building Owner
a) Floor Layout and Framing Plans
b) Building Section
c) Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iii.
A complete Private Septic System Permit Application
10. Small Commercial and Industrial Additions (Part 9 Buildings)
a)
Approved Site Development Plan and Agreement and/or Site Plan
b)
The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by a Provincially Qualified
Designer or the Building Owner
i.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Roof Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
c)
Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
iii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iv.
Fire Alarm system
v.
Structural Drawings stamped by a Professional Engineer
11. New Small Commercial and Industrial Buildings (Part 9 Buildings)
a) Approved Site Development Plan and Agreement and /or Site Plan
b) The following architectural plans
i. Foundation Plan
ii. Floor Plans
iii. Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv. Building Elevations
v. Building Section
iii. Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii. Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
iii. Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iv. Fire Alarm System
v. Structural Drawing Stamped by a Professional Engineer
12. Small Assembly / Institutional Building Additions and Renovations (Part 3 Buildings)
a) The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by an Architect and Professional
Engineer
i.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
b) Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iii.
Fire Alarm system
iv.
Professional Field Review Commitment forms from the Design Professionals
13. New Small Assembly / Institutional Buildings (Part 3 Buildings)
a) Approved Site Development Plan and Agreement and/or Site Plan
b) Professional Field Review Commitment forms from the Design Professionals
c) The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by an Architect and Professional
Engineer
i. Foundation Plan
ii. Floor Plans
iii. Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv. Building Elevations
v. Building Section
d) Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
iii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iv.
Fire Alarm system
14. Industrial / Commercial / Institutional Buildings Additions and Renovations (Part 3
Buildings)
a) Approved Site Development Plan and Agreement and/or Site Plan
b) Professional Field Review Commitment forms from the Design Professionals
c) The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by an Architect and Professional
Engineer
i.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
d) Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
iii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iv.
Fire Alarm system
15. New Industrial / Commercial / Institutional Buildings ( Part 3 Buildings)
a) Approved Site Development Plan and Agreement and/or Site Plan
b) Professional Field Review Commitment forms from the Design Professionals
c) The following architectural plans prepared and stamped by an Architect and Professional
Engineer by a Provincially Registered Designer
i.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
d) Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
ii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iii.
Fire Alarm system
16. Specially Designated Structures
a)
The following plans prepared and stamped by a Professional Engineer by a
Provincially Registered Designer
i.
Site Plan
ii.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor and Roof Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv.
Sections
17. Use of an Equivalent / Alternated Solution
a) The following plans and reports prepared and stamped by a Professional Engineer:
i.
Description of the proposed equivalent / Alternate solution
ii.
Demonstration of Compliance with SA-1 Objectives and Functional
Statements Matrix
iii.
Supporting documentation (past performance, tests and other evaluations)
18. Change of Use Permit
a) Description of the proposed change of Use
b) Reduction in performance matrix
c) Description of Compensating Measures or Alternate Measures
d) The following plans and where applicable prepared and stamped by a Professional
Engineer:
i.
Foundation Plan
ii.
Floor Plans
iii.
Floor and Roof Structural Plans
iv.
Building Elevations
v.
Building Section
e).
Where applicable
i.
HVCA, Electrical and Plumbing System Drawings
ii.
Energy Design Summary
iii.
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Drawings
iv.
Fire Alarm system
DRAWING COMPLETENESS
Unless otherwise specified by the Chief Building Official the following Information shall be shown
on plans or working drawings that accompany applications for permits. Depending upon the
nature, scope and scale of a project other additional information may be required to demonstrate
Ontario Building Code compliance at the discretion of the Chief Building Official.
1.1
The Site Plan shall show:
a)
The location, use, height and dimensions of any existing and proposed
buildings including front, side, and rear yard dimensions and relationships to
adjoining property lines, condominium corporation lines and buildings,
b)
Existing and proposed elevation contours of the building site and adjacent
properties,
c)
Relation of buildings and finished grade to existing elevations and storm
water drainage control plan on site where applicable,
d)
All existing and proposed site services, parking layout, retaining walls,
swimming pools accessory buildings and any other such physical additions
necessary to the site,
e)
Parking and GFA calculations, location and size of typical parking, loading
and handicapped spaces including aisle widths serving the parking spaces.
f)
Site statistics that may be relevant to what is being proposed, such as but not
limited to: number of residential units, gross floor area, amenity area,
proposed height etc.
g)
Elevation drawings clearly indicating compliance with height regulations
including various calculations such as average grade calculations where
required.
h) All known easements, overhead power lines and site services
1.2
The Architectural Drawings shall show:
a)
Designers and/or Firms Building Code Identification Number including
statement of responsibility for the building design,
b)
Architects/designer's Ontario Building Code data matrix,
c)
Foundation plans and grade details,
d)
Each floor plan with exact dimensions of the layout of all proposed areas and
their use,
e)
All wall thicknesses and type of construction, window and door openings and
schedules elevator, sections and details of all walls, stairs and exits, fire
walls, fire separations, shaft and duct openings sand other related pertinent
information,
f)
Building elevations, cross sections and wall sections showing all floor to floor
heights, materials and thickness etc.
g)
Spatial separation table and calculations,
h)
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix
1.3
Structural Drawings shall show:
a)
All foundation, floor, roof and wall structural elements indicting sizes shapes
and proper location and all dead and live design loads and condition of
loading,
b)
All reinforced concrete work indicting thickness and strength of concrete, size
spacing minimum cover and type of reinforcing steel,
c)
All lintel locations and sizes,
d)
Where applicable Engineered Roof and Floor Truss drawings
1.4
The Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing Plans shall show:
a)
For buildings defined in Part 9 of the Building Code, provisions for heating,
ventilation and air conditioning, electrical and plumbing systems may be
shown and indicated on the architectural drawings,
b)
For Buildings defined in Part 3 of the Building Code, a separate set of
drawings for heating ventilation air conditioning, electrical and plumbing
systems,
c)
The location of all fire protection equipment such as early warning, detection
and suppression systems,
d)
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Matrix (ASHREA 90.1),
e)
Where the primary heat source is provided by heat/hot water combination
unit, a solar or geothermal system the all design drawings and documents
must be prepared by a Professional Engineer
Optional:
h) Heat loss / heat gain calculations,
i) HVAC duct layout and sizing calculations,
j) Plumbing DWV and water supply piping layout drawings
Such other approvals as may be required by the Chief Building Official to demonstrate compliance
with applicable law.
SCHEDULE "C"
This is Schedule "C" to By-Law No. 2008-148 respecting Forms
Form 1
Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish,
incorporates Application for Conditional Permit
Form 2
Application for Change of Use Permit
Form 3
Commitment To General Reviews By Architect and
Engineers
Form 4
Order Requiring Tests and Samples under Section 18(1)
of the Building Code Act, 1992
Form 5
Order to uncover under Section 13(6) of the Building
Code Act, 1992
Form 6
Order Not to Cover or Enclose under Section 13(1) of the
Building Code Act, 1992
Form 7
Order to Comply under Section 12(2) of the Building
Code Act, 1992
Form 8
Stop Work Order under Section 14(1) of the Building
Code Act, 1992
SCHEDULE "D"
This is Schedule "D" to By-Law No. 2008-148 respecting
Code of Conduct For Chief Building Official and Inspectors
Pursuant to S.7.1 of the
Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, 2002, S.O. 2002 c.9
PURPOSE
The Code of Conduct applies to the Chief Building Official and Inspectors. The
following are the purposes as stated in 7.1-(2) of the Act:
(a)
To promote appropriate standards of behaviour and enforcement actions by the
chief building official and inspectors in the exercise of a power or the
performance of a duty under this Act or the Ontario Building Code.
(b)
To prevent practices which may constitute an abuse of power, including unethical
or illegal practices, by the chief building official and inspectors in the exercise of a
power or the performance of a duty under this Act or the building code.
(c)
To promote appropriate standards of honesty and integrity in the exercise of a
power or the performance of a duty under this Act or the building code by the
chief building official and inspectors. 2002,c.9, s.12
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
The Chief Building Official and Inspectors shall:
1.
Always act in the public interest, particularly with regard to the safety of building
works and structures.
2.
Not to act where there may be or where there may reasonably appear to be a
conflict between their duties to their employer, their profession, their peers and
the public at large.
3.
Apply all relevant building laws, codes and standards appropriately and without
favour.
4.
Perform their inspections and plan review duties impartially and in accordance
with professional standards.
5.
At all times abide by the highest moral and ethical standards and avoid any
conduct, which could bring Building Officials into disrepute.
6.
Comply with the provisions of the Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code
and other Acts or Laws, which regulate or govern Building Officials or their
functions.
7.
Not to act beyond their personal level of competence or outside their area of
expertise.
8.
Maintain qualification as Building Officials by keeping their knowledge and
understanding of best building practices, building laws and Codes current.
9.
Extend professional courtesy to all.
BREACHES OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT
The Chief Building Official will review any allegations of breach of this Code of Conduct
made against an Inspector. Disciplinary action arising from violations of this Code of
Conduct by an Inspector will be taken by The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste.
Marie. Any such disciplinary action will be based on the severity of the breach of the
Code of Conduct and whether there have been any prior breaches of the Code of
Conduct by the particular inspector involved. Any disciplinary action will be in
accordance with relevant collective agreements in place and other employment
standards.
Where the allegation is against the Chief Building Official, a committee of the senior
management team will review the allegation. Disciplinary action arising from violations
of this Code of Conduct by the Chief Building Official will be taken by The Corporation of
the City of Sault Ste. Marie. Any such disciplinary action will be based on the severity of
the breach of the code of Conduct and whether there have been any prior breaches of
the Code of conduct by the Chief Building Official. Any disciplinary action will be in
accordance with relevant employment standards.
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SCHEDULE "E"
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Prescribed inspection notices as required under 10.2 of the Building
Code Act
(a) readiness to construct footings,
(b) substantial completion of footings and foundations prior to
commencement of backfilling,
(c) substantial completion of structural framing and ductwork and piping for
heating and air-conditioning systems, if the building is within the scope
of Part 9 of Division B,
(d) substantial completion of structural framing and roughing-in of heating,
ventilation, air-conditioning and air-contaminant extraction equipment, if
the building is not a building to which Clause (c) applies,
(e) substantial completion of insulation and vapour barriers,
(e.1) substantial completion of air barrier systems,
(f) substantial completion of all required fire separations and closures and
all fire protection systems including standpipe, sprinkler, fire alarm and
emergency lighting systems,
(g) substantial completion of fire access routes,
(h) readiness for inspection and testing of,
(i) building sewers and building drains,
(ii) water service pipes,
(iii) fire service mains,
(iv) drainage systems and venting systems,
(v) the water distribution system, and
(vi) plumbing fixtures and plumbing appliances,
(i) substantial completion of installation of plumbing not located in a
structure, before the commencement of backfilling,
(j) completion of construction and installation of components required to
permit the issue of an occupancy permit under Sentence 1.3.3.1.(2) or
to permit occupancy under Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1), if the building or part
of the building to be occupied is not fully completed, and
(k) completion of construction and installation of components required to
permit the issue of an occupancy permit under Sentence 1.3.3.4.(5).
Additional Notices as permitted by 1.3.5.2. Ontario Building Code.
(a) commencement of construction of,
(i) masonry fireplaces and masonry chimneys,
(b) substantial completion of heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and air-
contaminant extraction equipment,
(c) substantial completion of site grading,
(d) substantial completion of the pool deck and dressing rooms for a public
pool or public spa and readiness for inspection of the emergency stop
system for a public pool or public spa,
(e) completion of a building for which an occupancy permit is required
under Article 1.3.3.4.
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Passed by Council on 2012 03 19
SCHEDULE "F"
REFUNDS
1.
Status of Permit Application
Percentage of Fees
Eligible for Refund
1) Application filed. Administrative functions
only have been performed.
80%
2) Application filed. Administrative and zoning functions
only have been performed.
70%
3) Application filed. Administrative, zoning and plan
examination functions have been performed.
60%
4) Application filed. Permit issue, no field inspections
have been performed subsequent to permit issuance.
50%
5) Additional deduction for each field inspection that had
been performed.
10%
2. Notwithstanding paragraph (1) above, no refund shall be
made:
a) of an amount less than $50.00, and
b) after a six-month period from the date that a permit
has been revoked.
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