Our team at Atlas Build Corp. wants to inform you of the importance of securing building permits before a construction project begins.
If you would like your project to finish on time without delays, it’s crucial to know which building permits you require so that they can be secured in advance of the project’s beginning. If building permits are not approved in time of the construction starting, all construction work will be placed on hold.
Luckily for you, our general contractors are familiar with which building permits are needed for specific projects and we can get them secured and approved for you before your project begins so you don’t have to face delays. Let us help you secure your building permits quickly and accurately.
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When Do I Need a Building Permit?
Depending on the by-laws of your neighborhood, there are many reasons why a construction project would need to receive a building permit before the project can begin. The most common projects that require a permit include ones that are going to contain construction, demolition of a building, an addition, or any building of a new structure.
To view some examples of when permits are required, check out some projects that demand them below. (*Note that building permits may differ in different areas)
- New building construction
- Building addition (Ex. second-story additions, sunrooms, decks, etc.)
- Structural alterations (Ex. wall removal, new doors or windows on a building, etc.)
- New shed
- New structure (Ex. workshop, pool house, cabana, detached garage, etc.)
- Basement renovations (Ex. installing new basement entrance, underpinning, excavating, structural alterations, etc.)
- & More.
Failure to Obtain Building Permits
As a building or home owner, you are primarily responsible for obtaining the necessary permits for all and any construction that happens on your property. Failure to attain proper building permits will result in fines being charged, construction delays, or further legal action. In some cases, if all the building permits have not been obtained and approved before the project begins, you risk having the work that was already completed removed.
In order to ensure that all of the correct building permits have been acquired, it’s best to consult with a professional. Most homeowners or building owners are not familiar with the regulations that apply to specific zones or bylaws. As well, some conditions even apply to electrical work and plumbing work. When you conduct a construction project, site inspections will take place to ensure that there is compliance with all the appropriate permits – so it’s important to get this step right in a project.
Let Us Help You Obtain the Permits Your Project Needs
At Atlas Build Corp., our team wants to see all GTA building owners and homeowners avoid paying unnecessary penalties for unattained building permits. These penalties can be avoided when our building permit services are utilized.
Contact our team today at 647-247-3777 and have our general contractors access your situation to see which building permits your project will require. We look forward to helping your project succeed, on time.