Permits & Regulations••Last verified Sep 1, 2026
Toronto Building Permit Application Guides
Toronto has a separate application guide for each type of project. Find the one that matches yours before preparing drawings.
Different projects require different drawings and documentation. Toronto Building publishes project-specific application guides, including:
• Interior renovations and alterations
• Additions
• Decks
• Porches
• Basement entrances
• Garages and carports
• Accessory structures (sheds and similar)
• Underpinning
• Secondary suites (basement apartments)
• Garden suites
• Laneway suites
• New houses
• Fire damage repairs
Each guide explains what the City expects to see in your application. Starting with the correct guide reduces the chance of your application being returned for missing information.
Source
City of Toronto
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ConstruWeb provides this information for general educational purposes. Requirements, fees and programs may change and may depend on the property, project and circumstances. Always verify current requirements with the appropriate government, regulatory or professional authority before beginning work.