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Building permits — Augusta, Ontario: 3413-2019 Building By-Law

In the Township of Augusta, Ontario, building permit rules are set by 3413-2019 Building By-Law, verified 2026-09-25. Permit required for: Construction, demolition and change of use of buildings. Fees set in: Schedule "A" of this By-Law. Administered by: Chief Building Official (CBO).

3413-2019 Building By-Law adopted bylaw

permit required for	Construction, demolition and change of use of buildings	s. 3.1
fee basis	Based on total floor space of all storeys above grade and below-grade living space; change of use based on total floor space subject to change; rates in Schedule "A" (e.g., residential $1.00/sq. ft.).	s. 11.4; s. 11.5; Schedule "A"
fees location	Schedule "A" of this By-Law	s. 11.1
authority	Chief Building Official (CBO)	s. 2.1; s. 14.1(a)
fine range	not more than $50,000.00 for a first offence and not more than $100,000.00 for a subsequent offence	s. 19.2

scout note

Township of Augusta's Building By-law under the Building Code Act, 1992 respecting construction, demolition and change of use permits and inspections; passed by Council April 23, 2019.

Building and Permits (Township of Augusta)

Township's Building and Permits page linking to the 3413-2019 Building By-Law and OBOA standard construction details; confirms which by-law governs local building permits.