Permits & Legalization

Permit planning is part of the project, not paperwork added at the end. The drawings describe what is being built, while inspections confirm work at stages that may later be hidden.

Permit and Approval Services

Use the service that matches your current stage.

How Permit Planning Connects to Construction

1. Confirm the proposed useThe intended use determines the project type and the information required.
2. Collect property informationExisting records, surveys and site conditions may affect the application.
3. Prepare coordinated drawingsShow layouts, construction assemblies and building systems accurately.
4. Complete application reviewRespond to municipal review comments before starting regulated work.
5. Book inspections at the right timeDo not cover work that needs to be inspected.
6. Close the permit and registration pathComplete final documents, deficiencies and approvals.

Tell Us Where Your Project Stands

Share whether you have drawings, an application, an issued permit, an inspection concern or no documents yet.

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What do you need help with? *--- Select Choice ---Build a new legal basement apartmentLegalize an existing basementComplete basement renovationFinish an unfinished basementPermit drawings or building permitSeparate basement entranceEgress or basement windowsFire separation or safety upgradesBasement kitchen or bathroomPlumbing, HVAC, or electrical workWaterproofing or moisture repairsInspections or deficiency correctionsARU registration or rental licensingNot sure, I need an assessmentOther

Current basement condition *--- Select Choice ---UnfinishedPartially finishedFully finishedCurrently under constructionNot sure

Is the basement currently rented? *--- Select Choice ---No, it is not currently occupied as a separate unitYes, a tenant currently lives thereIt is occupied by family as a separate unitIt is vacant but was previously rentedNot sure

Drawings and permit status *--- Select Choice ---No drawings or permitsDrawings have been preparedPermit application has been submittedBuilding permit has been issuedPrevious permits may existI have received inspection comments or deficienciesNot sure

Is there a separate entrance? *--- Select Choice ---Yes, there is an exterior entranceThere is only a shared or interior entranceNo separate entranceAn entrance is currently being constructedNot sure

Have you received a notice? *--- Select Choice ---NoYes, from the City of BramptonYes, from the Fire DepartmentYes, an inspection deficiency or permit issueNot sure

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The property should be located in Brampton or the surrounding area.

When would you like to begin? *--- Select Choice ---Immediately or addressing a current noticeWithin 30 daysWithin 1 to 3 monthsWithin 3 to 6 monthsWithin 6 to 12 monthsI am researching and planningNot sure

BudgetUnder $25,000$25,000-$49,999$50,000-$74,999$75,000-$99,999$100,000-$149,999$150,000+Need help determining a budgetPrefer not to say

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