City of Toronto
Toronto Building Permit Guides
Complete guides for every type of home project in Toronto. Know if you need a permit before you start.
$214.79
Minimum Permit Fee
10-15
Days (Typical Processing)
2026
Fee Schedule Year
16
Project Types Covered
Depends
Deck Permits
When you need a permit, fees, and requirements for decks in Toronto
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No Permit
Fence Guidelines
Height limits, property lines, and pool fence requirements
Read Guide
Depends
Shed Permits
Size limits, setbacks, and when sheds need permits
Read Guide
Depends
Basement Finishing
Permits for basement renovations and second suites
Read Guide
Partial
Pool Requirements
Pool fence permits, safety requirements, and plumbing
Read Guide
Depends
Kitchen Renovation
When kitchen renos need permits for plumbing, gas, or structural work
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Depends
Bathroom Renovation
Permits for plumbing moves, new bathrooms, and renovations
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Permit Required
Home Additions
Complete guide to addition permits, zoning, and approvals
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Depends
Roof Replacement
When roof work needs permits and when it doesn't
Read Guide
Permit Required
Electrical Work
ESA permits, panel upgrades, and EV charger installations
Read Guide
Depends
Plumbing Work
When plumbing work needs permits in Toronto
Read Guide
No Permit
Driveway Paving
Zoning rules, boulevard permits, and width restrictions
Read Guide