Make your next construction project a safe one
May is Building Safety Month – an important reminder for citizens and industry professionals to prioritize safety when planning construction projects. Whether building a backyard deck, renovating an indoor space or developing a condo complex, obtaining proper permits is a necessary step to ensure construction is completed safely and correctly.
Vaughan is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Canada. Since 2010, more than $15.57 billion in building permits have been issued by the City and despite the global COVID-19 pandemic, city-building has not slowed down. In 2021, Vaughan issued 3,189 permits and performed 42,843 inspections. This amounts to $1.876 billion in building construction value – a significant investment into the community.
In response to the demand, the City has innovated its city-building processes to offer a more streamlined, user-friendly experience via Service Vaughan. Through this platform, citizens and industry professionals can conveniently apply for, submit, track and pay for their permits, all at the click of a button. A variety of building, grading and engineering permits are available, including infrastructure engineering drawing requests, pool inspection requests, pool permit renewals, development permits, grading permits and more. Residents can also request a copy of their home survey, apply for a permit to construct a deck, shed, sunroom or pool, and use the online development charge estimator tool before signing a new lease.
Before putting the shovel in the ground, individuals are encouraged to check what permits are needed – here is some information on the types of grading permits and building permits required for various residential construction projects. Another resource is Ontario One Call – a not-for-profit organization that facilitates excavation locate requests to ensure homeowners and infrastructure assets, such as buried cables, wires and cables, are safe when digging. Reach them online or by phone at 1-800-400-2255.
To learn more about permit and safety requirements in Vaughan, visit vaughan.ca/DEPermits.
Ready to request a permit? Get started at vaughan.ca/ServiceVaughan.
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