Building permits — Algonquin Highlands, Ontario

Do I need a building permit? What does it cost?

In the Township of Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, building permit rules are set by Building By-law 2020-23, verified 2026-08-28. Permit required for: Complete construction, conditional construction, demolition, change of use resulting in increased hazard, and new/replacement sewage systems. Permit fees: CBO determines fees per Schedule 'A' of current Fees By-law; no permit until paid in full. Fees set in: Schedule 'A' of the current Fees By-law.

Building By-law 2020-23 adopted bylaw
permit required for Complete construction, conditional construction, demolition, change of use resulting in increased hazard, and new/replacement sewage systems. s. 3(1)(a)-(e)
fee basis CBO determines fees per Schedule 'A' of current Fees By-law; no permit until paid in full. s. 6(1)
fees location Schedule 'A' of the current Fees By-law s. 6(1)
authority Chief Building Official s. 4(1), s. 6(1), s. 8(1)
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Algonquin Highlands By-law 2020-23 under the Building Code Act, 1992, respecting construction, demolition, change-of-use permits and inspections. Read and finally passed February 20, 2020.

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