The basement development guidelinE (PDF) outlines what you need in order to apply for your permit, as well as the basic HVAC, electrical, plumbing and gas information.
Inspections are required prior to insulation or drywall being hung, once all rough-ins including framing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and gas are complete. Electrical final inspections are mandatory. Depending on the scope of work and at the discretion of the Inspector, final inspections may also be required for building, plumbing and gas.
The following must be clearly indicated on your floor plans or your application may not be accepted for processing:
Special considerations for bedrooms:
To complete your permit application, you must provide the names of all contractors who will be working on your project.
If you are a homeowner wishing to perform HVAC, electrical, plumbing or gas work, a homeowners declaration will be required with your permit application.
homeowner declaration forM (PDF)
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If you intend to develop your basement as a secondary suite there are additional development permits and other requirements to consider. Learn more about how a secondary suite differs from a regular basement development project.
Your application will be submitted to and reviewed by our Building Inspections department.
The cost of the required permits is set out in the USER FEES AND CHARGES BYLAW B41/2023.
All work completed under a permit must be inspected.
First inspections are required prior to covering or concealing the work. Framing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and gas inspections are required same day.
Final inspections for electrical are mandatory and a final inspection for building, HVAC, plumbing and gas may also be required depending on scope of work and at the discretion of the Inspectors.