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The Corporation of The Township of Tyendinaga
By--Law 50-2023
A by-law to provide for the issuance of Building Permits, Demolition Permits,
Plumbing Permits, Change of Use Permits, Sewage System Permits and
Swimming Pool Permits and to set fees for same, and to repeal By-law 17-
2022
Whereas Section 7 of the Building Code Act, 5.0. 1992, Chapter 23, as amended,
authorizes the Council of a municipality to pass by-laws prescribing classes of permits,
application for permits, requiring the payment of fees for the issuance of permits, and
requiring information to be filed in support of applications for permits; and
Whereas Section 391 of the Municipal Act, 2001 5.0. 2001, C.25, as amended, provides
authority for a Council of a municipality to pass by-laws imposing fees or charges on
any class of persons, for services or activities provided or done on behalf of them; and
Whereas Section 398 of the Municipal Act, 2001 5.0. 2001, C.25, as amended provides
that any municipality may add fees and charges imposed by the municipality to the tax
roll; and
Whereas on February 22, 2022, Council of the Township of Tyendinaga passed By-law
17-2022 to provide for the issuance of Building Permits, Demolition Permits, Plumbing
Permits, Change of Use Permits, Sewage System Permits and Swimming Pool Permits
and to set fees for same; and
Whereas Council now deems it expedient and necessary to repeal By-law 17-2022;
Now Therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga enacts as
follows:
PART I
1.0
This by-law shall be known and may be cited as the "Building, Plumbing and
Sewage System by-law of the Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga" and is
hereinafter referred to as "this By-law".
2.0
In this By-law:
a)
"Act" shall mean the Building Code Act S.O. 1992, Chapter 23 as amended
and any successor thereto.
b)
"Applicant" shall mean the Owner of a property for which a Building,
Plumbing and/or Sewage System Permit is being applied for or the
Owner's agent duly authorized in writing by the Owner.
c)
"Building" means a structure occupying an area greater than 10 square
metres and consisting of a wall, roof, and floor or any one or more of
them or a structural system serving the function thereof including all the
works, fixtures, and service systems appurtenant thereto and including
such other structures as are designated in the Building Code but does not
include a structure used directly in the extraction of ore from a mine.
d)
"Building Area" means the greatest horizontal area of a building above
grade within the outside surface of exterior walls or within the outside
surface of exterior walls and the centre line of firewalls.
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e)
"Building Code" means the regulations made pursuant to the provisions of
Section 34 of the Act.
f)
"Building Permit" shall mean a permit issued by the Chief Building Official
or designate pursuant to the provisions of the Act, Building Code, and this
By-law whereby the Chief Building Official certifies his or her approval of
the plans and specification for the construction of a building.
g)
"Chief Building Official" (hereinafter referred to as the CBO) means the
Chief Building Official appointed as such by the Corporation of the
Township of Stirling-Rawdon pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 (2) of
the Act.
h)
"Construct" means to do anything in the erection, installation or extension
or material alteration or repair of a building and includes the installation of
a building unit fabricated or moved from elsewhere, and construction has
a corresponding meaning.
i)
"Demolition" means the doing of anything in the removal of a building or
any material part thereof.
j)
"Demolition Permit" means a Permit issued by the Chief Building Official
pursuant to the provisions of the Act, the Building Code, and the By-law
whereby the Chief Building Official authorizes the removal of a building or
any material part thereof.
k)
"Gross Area" means the total area of all floors above grade measured
between the outside surfaces of exterior walls or between the outside
surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of firewalls except that, in
any other occupancy than a residential occupancy, where an access or a
building service penetrates a firewall, measurements shall not be taken to
the centre line of such firewall.
I)
"Inspector" means an inspector appointed by the Municipality pursuant to
the provisions of Section 3 (2) of the Act.
m)
"Municipality" means the Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga.
n)
"Occupancy" means the use or intended use of a building or part thereof
for one shelter or support persons, animals, or property.
o)
"Plumbing Permit" shall mean a permit issued by the Chief Building Official
pursuant to the provisions of the Act, and the By-law whereby the Chief
Building Official certifies his or her approval of the plans and specifications
for the installation of plumbing.
p)
"Residential Housing" shall mean all single-family detached dwellings,
seasonal residential dwellings, and all multi-residential buildings.
q)
"Unsafe" when used in respect of a building means:
i)
structurally inadequate or faulty for the purposes for which it is
used; or
ii)
in a condition that could be hazardous to persons in the normal use
of the building.
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r)
"Sewage System Permit" means a Permit issued by the Chief Building
Official pursuant to the provisions of the Act, Building Code, and this By-
law whereby the Chief Building Official certifies his or her approval of the
plans and specifications for the installation of a sewage system.
PART II
3.0
This By-law shall apply to all lands lying within the corporate limits of the
Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga.
4.0
The Municipality may by By-law appoint a Chief Building Official and such
inspectors as are necessary to administer and enforce the provisions of the Act,
the Building Code and the provisions of this By-law and the CBO's duties shall
include but not be limited to the following:
a)
Receiving and processing applications for permits pursuant to the
provisions of this by-law;
b)
Issuing such permits, order or notices as may be required by the
provisions of this By-law or the provisions of the Act;
c)
Inspecting all buildings erected, altered, or repaired or demolished within
the corporate limits of the Township of Tyendinaga to ensure that all
buildings are erected, altered, repaired, or demolished pursuant to the
provisions of this By-law, the Act, and the Building Code as they may exist
from time to time;
d)
Inspecting all sewage systems installed, altered, or repaired within the
corporate limits of the Township of Tyendinaga to ensure that all sewage
systems are installed, altered, or repaired pursuant to the provisions of
this By-law, the Act, and the Building Code as they may exist from time to
time;
e)
Enforcement of the provisions and requirements of this By-law, the Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga, the Act, the
Building Code, and other applicable law as he or she may see fit from time
to time; and
f)
To present such reports as may be required by the Municipality at such
times as are required by the Municipality relating to the provisions of the
By-law, the Act, and the Building Code.
4.1
The CBO or designate shall, on an application and all final drawings, plans, or
sketches submitted with an application for a Permit pursuant to this By-law
stamp or otherwise signify his or her approval, together with the date of that
approval, on a copy of the application, plan, sketch or drawing which shall be
kept with the application.
4.2
The CBO shall hold office during the pleasure of the Council of the Municipality.
5.0
No person shall construct or demolish or cause to be constructed or demolished
a building within the corporate limits of the Township of Tyendinaga unless a
Building Permit has been issued for the construction or demolition by the CBO.
6.0
No person shall install, alter, or repair or cause to be installed, altered, or
repaired a sewage system within the corporate limits of the Township of
Tyendinaga unless a Sewage System Permit has been issued for the installation,
alteration, or repair by the CBO.
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7.0
Classes of permits with respect to the construction, demolition and change of use
of buildings and the issuance of septic system permits and permit fees shall be
set out in Schedule "A" to this By-law.
8.0
The CBO shall issue a Building Permit and/or Septic System Permit to the
provisions of this By-law except where:
a)
The proposed building and/or sewage system or the proposed installation,
construction or demolition will not comply with the Act or the Building
Code or this By-law or will contravene any other applicable law including
the By-laws of the Municipality; or
b)
The Applicant is a builder as defined in the Ontario New Home Warranty's
Plan Act and has not been registered pursuant to the Act; or
c)
The application as prescribed by this By-law is incomplete or any fees
have not been paid.
9.0
Any applicant may apple to the CBO for a Building Permit pursuant to the
provisions of this By-law and such Application shall include the following:
a)
The completed application on a form as prescribed by the CBO which shall
include, but not be limited to, the following information:
i)
The name and address of the Owner of the property for which the
Permit is being applied for and the name and address of the agent
duly authorized in writing actually making the application, if
applicable;
ii)
The municipal address and legal description of the property in
question;
iii)
A plan, sketch, or drawing described in detail satisfactory to the
CBO the construction or demolition or work to be done;
iv)
A statement signed by the Owner or his agent duly authorized in
writing as to the value in monetary terms of the proposed
construction; and
v)
Confirmation, in writing, that the driveway entrance has been
approved by the Public Works Department.
b)
Any deposit that is required by the provisions of this By-law; and
c)
The Building Permit fees, including inspection fees, and Occupancy Permit
fee as calculated pursuant to the provisions of this By-law.
9.1
The CBO or building inspector, in addition to the information provided in Section
9.0 above, may require that the applicant supply the following information where
the CBO or building inspector consider it desirable to do so:
a)
Where the building to be constructed is a new building or is an addition
onto an existing building, a survey certified by a registered Ontario Land
Surveyor showing the proposed location of the building as opposed to the
lot lines;
b)
Where the building to be constructed is a new building, a lot grading and
drainage plan prepared by a duly qualified engineer satisfactory to the
CBO which is sufficient to indicate that the proposed lot grading and
drainage for the subject property complies with the provisions of the
Building Code.
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9.2
Where the Building is a hospital, school, college, church, theatre, hall, or other
building used as a place of worship or public resort or amusement or for public
meetings, a set of plans of the building as constructed shall be filed with the CBO
on completion of the construction of the building.
9.3
Where the CBO requires a lot grading and drainage plan pursuant to the
provisions of Section 9.1 (b) of this By-law, the applicant shall, prior to the final
inspection of the premises required by this By-law and before the premises are
occupied, provide to the CBO a lot grading and drainage plan as constructed
which shall be filed with the CBO and which shall be signed by a qualified
engineer who shall certify that drainage of surface water from the lot will not
adversely affect adjacent property.
10.0 Any applicant may apply to the CBO for a Plumbing Permit pursuant to the
provisions of this By-law and such Application may include the following:
a)
Such plans, drawings and sketches of the plumbing as may be required by
the CBO which shall show to the satisfaction of the CBO:
i)
the plumbing that is to be constructed, repaired, renewed, or
altered; and
ii)
the location of drains, pipes, traps and other works or appliances
that are or are to be part of or connected with the plumbing.
11.0 Any Applicant may apply to the CBO for a Sewage System Permit pursuant to the
provisions of the By-law and such Application may include the following:
a)
Such plans, drawings and sketches of the sewage system as may be
required by the CBO which shall show to the satisfaction of the CBO:
i)
the sewage system that is to be constructed, repaired, renewed, or
altered as set out in the 'Application for a Building Permit for a
Sewage System.'
12.0
Every service that is connected to a water main owned and operated by the
Township of Tyendinaga shall have a back flow prevention device installed on
the inside of the building beside the water meter to prevent the flow of water out
of the building.
12.1
Every service that is connected to a sewer main owned and operated by the
Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga shall have a back flow prevention
device installed on the outside of the building to prevent the back flow of sewage
into the building.
13.0 The water supply for any building for which a Permit has been issued pursuant to
the provisions of this By-law shall not be turned on so as to supply that building
with water until the CBO has completed a final inspection pursuant to the
provisions of Section 17 .1 i) of this By-law and is satisfied that the building has
been completed and is in conformity with the Building Code.
14.0 The fee to be charged by the CBO for the issuing of a Building, Plumbing and/or
Sewage System Permit pursuant to the provisions of this By-law shall be as set
out on Schedule "A" to this by-law which schedule shall form part of this By-law.
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15.0 Any Permit issued pursuant to this By-law shall be displayed in a prominent place
on the property for which the Permit has been issued.
16.0 The applicant for a building permit may request a permit transfer and the CBO
may authorize such transfer in accordance with the fees set out on Schedule "A".
17.0
Each building and/or sewage system being constructed pursuant to the Permit
issued under Sections 9.0, 10.0, and/or 11.0 of this By-law shall be inspected by
the CBO or an inspector duly appointed pursuant to this By-law upon receiving
notice within two (2) business days prior to each stage of construction from the
holder of the Permit that the premises are ready for inspection.
17.1 The holder of a Building Permit issued pursuant to Section 7.0 of this By-law
shall notify the CBO that the premises are ready for inspection at the following
stages of construction, if applicable:
a)
Prior to the commencement of any excavation or grading that may be
required to commence the construction of the building;
b)
When the holder of the permit is ready to construct the footings;
c)
Upon substantial completion of the footings and foundation prior to
commencement of backfilling;
d)
Upon substantial completion of:
i)
The structural framing and ductwork and piping for heating and air
conditioning systems, if the building is with the scope of Part 9.0;
ii)
The installation of insulation, vapour barriers and air barriers.
e)
At the commencement of the construction of:
i)
Masonry fireplaces and masonry chimneys;
ii)
Factory built fireplaces and chimneys.
f)
Upon the substantial completion of all required fire separation and
closures and all fire protection systems including standpipe, sprinkler, fire
alarm and emergency lighting systems;
g)
Upon substantial completion of interior finishes and heating, ventilating,
air conditioning and air contaminant extraction equipment;
h)
Upon substantial completion of the exterior cladding, fire access routes
and site grading; and
i)
Upon completion of the building and availability of the drawings of the
building as constructed.
17.3 The holder of a plumbing permit pursuant to Section 8 of the Building Code Act
shall notify the CBO that the premises are ready for inspection at the following
stages of construction:
a)
Upon completion of under basement floor drains and vents;
b)
Upon roughing in of all above floor drains and vents and when all
waterlines to be covered;
c)
Upon completion of traps and fixtures.
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17.4 The holder of a sewage system permit issued pursuant to Section 8 of the
Building Code Act shall notify the CBO that the system is ready for inspection at
the following stages of construction:
a)
Site inspection immediately following testing hole placement;
b)
Upon substantial completion of sewage system prior to backfill;
c)
Final grading prior to use of system.
17.5 The applicant or his contractor shall contact the CBO and indicate when each
stage of construction has been completed and when the building will be available
to be inspected.
17 .6
Upon being notified that a stage of construction has been completed and that
the building is available for construction, the CBO shall, as soon as is practicable,
inspect the building, and if that stage of construction has been satisfactorily
completed pursuant to the provisions of the Building Code, the CBO shall issue
written authorization for the construction of the next stage of construction.
17.7
No person shall do any work on any stage of construction for any building for
which a Building Permit has been issued pursuant to the provisions of the By-law
unless the CBO has indicated in writing that the stage of construction in question
may be commenced.
17.8 The CBO may, at any stage of construction, require that the applicant or his
contractor provide to the CBO a survey prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor
confirming that the location of the building on the lot complies with all applicable
provisions of the Municipality's zoning by-law regarding setbacks and side yard
requirements.
17. 9 If the CBO is not satisfied that construction has been done or completed
pursuant to the provisions of the Act or the Building Code, the CBO may give
such notices and make such orders regarding the deficiencies as may be
provided for by the Act.
a)
The CBO upon final inspection as provided for under Section 17.1 i) of this
By-law may either:
i)
Issue a final inspection notice if satisfied that all construction on
the building and all site grading and drainage has been completed
to his to her satisfaction according to the provisions of the Act, the
Building Code, all applicable municipal by-laws all other applicable
law, and the drawings, plans and specification forming part of the
application for the Building Permit, or
ii)
Make such Order requiring that any deficiency be corrected if he or
she is not satisfied that the building and the lot grading and
drainage have been satisfactorily completed.
18.0 Where any person does any work on any stage of construction for a Building
which has not been authorized in writing pursuant to the provisions of Section 16
above, the CBO may, in addition to any other remedy provided for in the Act, the
Building Code or this by-law, require that person to uncover or dismantle any
unauthorized work for the purposes of inspection.
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19.0 In addition to the Building Permit Fees calculated pursuant to Schedule "A" of
this By-law, deposits shall be paid by the applicant, where applicable, pursuant
to Schedule "B" of the by-law, prior to the issuance of any building permit.
20.0 The CBO may revoke any Permit issued pursuant to this By-law on any grounds
provided for in the Act.
21.0
Notwithstanding any provision of this By-law, the issuing of a Permit or the
approval of drawings and specifications for a Permit or the making of inspections
by the CBO during the construction of the building shall not in any way relieve
the Owner of such building or his agent or successor or assign from full
responsibility for carrying out the work in accordance with the requirements of
this By-law, the Act, Building code and all other applicable law.
PART III
22.0
No person shall excavate for or erect an outdoor swimming pool within the
Corporation of the Township of Tyendinaga unless that person has been issued a
Swimming Pool Permit pursuant to the provision of this By-law.
23.0 The Applicant for an outdoor swimming pool shall submit information to the CBO
which shall include but not be limited to:
a)
An Application in a form as prescribed by the Chief Building Official which
shall include:
i)
The name and address of the Owner of the land upon which the
outdoor swimming pool will be placed;
ii)
The name and address of the person who will construct the
outdoor swimming pool if different from the Owner;
iii)
Plans and specifications satisfactory to the CBO indicating the
depth, length, and width of the outdoor swimming pool and its
location on the land in question;
iv)
The type and height of fencing to be installed around the outdoor
swimming pool;
v)
An application fee in an amount calculated pursuant to the
provisions of Schedule "A" attached to this By-law.
24.0
No swimming pool may be filled with water until the CBO or building inspector
has verified that a fence that completely surrounds the swimming pool and has a
height of at least 1.5 meters and has been completed.
25.0
A gate or opening that provides access to an outdoor swimming pool from a yard
shall be equipped with a self-closing latching mechanism and shall be of the
same height and construction as the fence surrounding the outdoor swimming
pool.
PART IV
Revisions to Permit
26.0
After the issuance of a permit under the Act, notice of any material change to a
plan, specification, document, or other information on the basis of which the
permit was issued, must be given in writing to the CBO together with the details
of such change which is not to be made without his or her written authorization.
PARTY
Refunds
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27.0 In the case of withdrawal of an application or the abandonment of all or a
portion of the work or the non-commencement of any project, the CBO shall
determine the amount of paid permit fees that may be refunded to the applicant,
if any, in accordance with Schedule "A" attached to and forming part of this By-
law.
PART VI
Enforcement
28.0
Any person who contravenes any provision of this By-law shall be deemed to
have committed an offence and shall be subject to a fine as determined by the
provisions of the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.33, as
amended.
29.0 If any section, clause or provision of this By-law including anything contained in
Schedules "A" and/or "B" attached hereto, is for any reason declared by a court
of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of
the By-law as a whole or any part thereof other than the section, clause or
provision so declared to be invalid and it is hereby declared to be the intention
that all the remaining sections, clauses or provisions of this by-law shall remain
in full force and effect until repealed, notwithstanding that one or more
provisions thereof shall be declared to be invalid.
30.0 This by-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of passing.
31.0 That all previous by-laws providing for the issuance of building and plumbing
permits are hereby repealed.
Read a first and second time this 6th day of September, 2023.
Read a third and final time and finally passed this 6th day of September, 2023.
Carla Preston, CAO/Deputy Clerk
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Schedule "A"
To By-law 50-2023
Table to be used to determine estimated costs and Building Permit Fees
CLASS OF PERMIT
Value of the improvement is to be
determined on the following costs.
ALL PERMITS ARE SUBJECT TO A $150.00 ADMINISTRATION FEE
A)
NEW RESIDENTIAL HOUSING AND ADDITIONS:
$155.00 per square foot
RESIDENTIAL BASEMENTS
$110.00 per square foot
GARAGES, SHED, UTILITY
BUILDINGS, CARPORTS
$75.00 per square foot
B)
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL:
(Includes Renovation)
(a) First class masonry, veneer or frame
and siding construction with interior
finished suitable for occupation as
business, school, church, office, etc.,
$185.00 per square foot
(b) All buildings of masonry, veneer,
frame, or metal construction with
interior unfinished to be used for
storage, warehousing, or factory, etc.
$125.00 per square foot
To obtain estimated cost apply $155.00
per square foot of living space above
grade. Permit cost is $10.50 per
$1,000.00 or part thereof of estimated
cost.
To obtain estimated cost apply $110.00
per square foot of basement space.
Permit cost is $10.50 per $1,000.00 or
part thereof of estimated cost
To obtain estimated cost apply $75.00
per square foot of building area. Permit
cost is $10.50 per $1,000.00 or part
thereof of estimated cost.
To obtain estimated cost, apply $185.00
per square foot of floor area (use 75%
of rate for 2nd and 3rd floors and 50% of
rate for each floor thereafter). Permit
cost is $10.50 per $1,000.00 or part
thereof of estimated cost.
To obtain estimated cost, apply $125.00
per square foot of floor area (use 75%
of rate for 2nd and 3rd floors and 50% of
rate for each floor thereafter). Permit
cost is $10.50 per $1,000.00 or part
thereof of estimated cost.
(c) All mechanical (i.e., Fire System,
HVAC)
d) Renovations
C)
INSTITUTIONAL:
$620.00 per square foot
D)
DECKS. PORCHES. STEEL ROOFS
Flat fee = $155.00
E)
RESIDENTIAL RENOVATIONS/
SECONDARY RESIDENCE
a) Secondary Residence
b) Residential Renovations
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Construction Value provided but must
be confirmed to reflect current value of
the service. Permit cost is $10.50 per
$1,000.00 or part thereof of estimated
cost.
To obtain estimated cost, apply $75.00
per square foot; or the value on the
permit, whichever is greater.
To obtain estimated cost, apply $620.00
per square foot of floor area. Permit
cost is $10.50 per $1,000.00 or part
thereof of estimated cost.
To obtain estimated cost, apply $110.00
per square foot of area. Permit cost is
$10.50 per $1000.00 or part thereof of
estimated cost.
To obtain estimated cost, apply $50.00
per square foot of area, or the value on
the permit, whichever is greater.
F)
FARM BUILDINGS AND/OR FABRIC COVERED STRUCTURES
Open - $60.00 per sq. ft.
Closed -$75.00 per sq. ft.
G)
SWIMMING POOLS and all
necessary fencing {Also include
WOODSTOVE/BOILER
H)
DEMOLITION PERMIT FEE
(Active Farm buildings are exempt within
the meaning of the Act and the
Regulations)
I)
OCCUPANCY PERMIT / PERMIT
RENEWAL
To obtain cost, apply $60.00 or $75.00
per square foot of building area. Permit
fee is $10.50 per $1,000.00 or part
thereof of estimated cost.
$150.00 fee
$200.00 fee
$150.00 fee
J)
CHANGE OF USE PERMIT
Every application for a change of use
permit issued under the Act shall contain
sufficient information to enable the Chief
Building Official to determine if it will
conform with the Act, the Building Code,
and any other applicable law.
K)
PLUMBING PERMITS
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$250.00 fee plus fire inspection fees as
per each municipality fee schedule plus
building/plumbing permit fees if
applicable.
SECOND UNITS REVIEW
a)
Residential
$150.00 per unit or suite plus $10.50
per new/additional/relocated fixture or
trap
b)
All other buildings
$150.00 per stack plus $10.50 per
new/additional/relocated fixture or trap
L)
SEWAGE SYSTEM PERMITS
$750.00
(NEW SYSTEM)
SEWAGE SYSTEM PERMITS
$300.00
(PARTIAL RENOVATION)
For each inspection requested after the
$150.00
third inspection of a sewage system
permit
M)
REQUESTED INSPECTIONS
$200.00
(Re-inspection clean water)
N)
PERMIT TRANSFER
Communication Towers/Wind/Solar
Power/Generators /Walls/Temporary
Tents
$150.00 (plus 2% of value)
0) PERMIT REVISIONS
$150.00 plus $10.50 per thousand of
additional value.
P)
CONSTRUCTION STARTED BEFORE
A penalty is equivalent to 100% of the
PERMIT ISSUED
permit fee
Q)
BUILDING DEPARTMENT LETTERS
$125.00
R)
REFUNDS
Status of Permit Application
1.
2.
3.
Application filed. No processing or
review of plans submitted
Application filed. Plans reviewed,
initial inspection conducted and
permit issued
Permits valued at less than
$100.00
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Percentage of Fee Eligible for
Refund
75%
50% less $100.00 per any additional
required inspections
0%
S)
ORDERS - LAND REGISTRY OFFICE
One-time fee - $1200.00
Register and Discharge a Building Code
Act Order with the Land Registry Office
Schedule "B"
To By-law 50-2023
Inspection Fees and Deposits
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1.
In addition to the Building Permit Fees calculated pursuant to Schedule 'A' of this
by-law, the following deposits shall be paid by the applicant, where applicable,
prior to the issuance of any Building Permit:
Description
Deposit Amount
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
a)
b)
Sewer Service Lateral
Water Service Lateral
The deposits as set out above shall be used to reimburse the municipality for any
cost incurred by the municipality in the construction, supply and installation of
the sewer service lateral and the water service lateral. Should the applicant fail
to install the laterals or fail to complete the installation, the Municipal Public
Works/ Roads Department will complete the installation as required with all
related costs reimbursed from such applicable deposit. In the event that the cost
of the sewer service lateral or the water service lateral costs less than the
amount of the deposit, the municipality shall refund that portion of the deposit
that is not required upon the completion of the building. In the event that the
cost of the sewer service lateral or water service lateral should exceed the
amount of the deposit, the municipality shall invoice the applicant for the excess
amount which shall be paid within 30 days of receipt of the invoice by the
applicant, failing which any unpaid amounts shall become a lien on the property.
2.
In addition to the Building Permit Fees calculated pursuant to Schedule 'A' of this
by-law, there shall be a refundable deposit of not less than $700.00, as security,
where construction costs are $50,000.00 (decks excluded) or more, against:
a)
i)
The Municipality having to repair damage to any public roads,
ditches, curbs or sidewalks or other public works and services
caused by the Owner or its contractor or their authorized
employees, agents or workmen; or
ii)
The Municipality having to remove building materials, waste and
soil that is spilled tracked or blown onto public highways from the
construction site.
iii)
The final inspection if not complete within 3 year time period from
payment, without cancellation, approval of extension, then waive
right to refund.
b)
The Applicant shall be responsible:
i)
For any damage caused during construction to any public highway,
ditch or other public work and shall forthwith reimburse the
Municipality for all costs incurred by the Municipality in repairing
any such damage; and
ii)
Take all necessary steps to prevent building material, waste or soil
from the construction site being spilled or tracked on the public
highways and in the event of such spilling or tracking on public
highways shall be responsible for ensuring that the building
material, waste, or soil is removed forthwith.
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iii)
In the event that it is necessary for the Municipality to perform any
work or repair any damage to any public highway, ditch or other
public work, the Municipality may use all or part of the deposit of
$700.00 required by this section to complete the necessary work or
repairs.
iv)
The curb/road damage deposit of $700.00 shall be refunded upon
completion of the building as determined by the Chief Building
Official.
v)
The curb/road damage deposit of $700.00 shall not be refunded if
more than three years on deposit or the property sells. The
deposit will be kept by the Municipality.