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The Corporation of the Town of
New Tecumseth
By-law
Number 2026-018
"Building Permit By-law"
A by-law to govern the issuance and administration of building and demolition
permits and to establish a corporate code of conduct for building officials.
Whereas Section 7 of the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23, as amended
authorizes a Municipality to pass by-laws, resolutions and regulations;
Now Therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of New Tecumseth does
hereby enact as follows:
1.0
Administration
1.1.
Unless otherwise stated, the Chief Building Official for the Town of New
Tecumseth, and such persons as he/she directs shall administer and enforce
this by-law.
Short Title
This By-law may be cited as "The Building By-law."
Definitions (in this By-law)
"Act" means the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992 or any successor legislation.
"Building" as defined in the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992 or within the
building code.
"Building Code" means regulations made under section 34 of the Building
Code Act.
"BCIN" means Building Code Identification Number.
"Business Day" (s)" means all days of the week other than Saturday,
Sunday, holidays and all other days when the offices of the principal
authority are not open for the transaction of business with the public.
"Chief Building Official" means a chief building official appointed or
constituted under section 3 or 4 of the Building Code Act.
"Complete Application" means an application that meets the requirements
set out in the Building Code for applications where the Chief Building Official
is required to make a decision within the prescribed time period as set out in
the Building Code.
"Fee(s)" means all fees collected by the Town pertaining to the construction
or demolition of a building, unless otherwise stated.
"Gross Floor Area" means the total area of all floors within a building
measured between the outside surfaces of exterior walls excluding floors
in unfinished cellars and basements.
"Inspector" means an Inspector appointed under section 3, 3.1
, 4, 6.1 or
6.2 of the Building Code Act.
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3.11
"New Development" means development within the Settlement Area
Boundary as identified in the Town's Official Plan and/or registered pans of
subdivision.
"New Residential Development" means development to which residential
development charges are applicable.
"Permit" means a permit for the construction or demolition of a building in
the Town of New Tecumseth regulated under this by-law.
"Principal Authority" means the Council of the Town of New Tecumseth.
"Registered Code Agency" meansa person or entity that has the
qualifications and meets the requirements described in subsection
15.11(4) of the Building Code Act.
"Town" means the Corporation of the Town of New Tecumseth.
Permits
The classes of permit required for construction or demolition of buildings
are as set out in Schedule A
to this By-law. In addition,
a staged permit or
conditional permit may be issued.
Conditional permits are issued at the discretion of the Chief Building
Official under subsection 8(3) of the Act.
On completion of the construction of any building, the Chief Building
Official may require the applicant to file a set of plans of the building as
constructed and a survey showing the location of the building.
Application
A person requiring a permit shall file
a Complete Application using the forms
prescribed and approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
and supplemented by the Town. The required forms are available on-line
through the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing website, Town website
and at the Town's Building Department.
The application form shall be completed by the applicant to the satisfaction
of the Chief Building Official or designate.
To be considered a Complete Application, every permit application shall be
accompanied by the approval documents issued by the agencies
responsible for applicable laws listed in the Building Code, where those
agencies issue approval documents and the applicable law applies to the
construction or demolition being proposed and, in addition, shall:
a) identify and describe in detail the proposed work and the use and
occupancy of the land which is the subject of the application,
b) describe the subject land in a way that it is readily identifiable, and the
site of the proposed work is easily distinguished,
c)
all applications shall refer to a current plan of survey certified by a
registered Ontario Land Surveyor, and a copy of the pian of survey
shall be filed with the Chief Building Official or designate,
identify and describe in detail any structural effect the proposed work
may have on any land, building or structure abutting the subject land,
e) state the name, address and telephone number of the owner,
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f)
be signed by the owner of the subject land or by a person authorized,
in writing, to act as an agent for the owner, certifying the correctness
of all the information in the application,
be accompanied by such other documents, information or approvals
as may be required by the Building Code Act, including applicable law
as defined in such Act,
be accompanied by a digital copy of a site plan of the subject land
showing,
i.
the location and dimension of any proposed and all existing
building(s)
the dimensions of the property,
the center line and any elevations of any streets abutting the
subject land, and
the existing and proposed elevations of the work site, surface
drainage patterns and site servicing infrastructure.
be accompanied by a digital copy of plans, drawings and specifications
for the proposed building showing,
i.
the proposed use of each room or floor area in the proposed
building(s), and
construction details specific to the proposed project,
to the
satisfaction of the Chief Building Official or designate, which
may include, but not limited to, those listed in Schedule B.
include confirmation from the Town Engineering department that lot
grading approval has been obtained within the urban boundaries. It is
the
responsibility
of
the
applicant
to
obtain
and
provide
this
confirmation with their application,
include confirmation from the Town Public Works Department, County
of Simcoe,
or the Ministry of Transportation, as applicable that for
development where entrance approval is required from the road to the
property, approval has been obtained.
It is the responsibility of the
applicant to obtain and provide this confirmation with their application,
include confirmation from the Town Engineering Department that for
development where site plan approval is required, that the approval
has been obtained. It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain and
provide this confirmation with their application,
m) include confirmation from the Public Works Department where the
application is for
a new service connection to the Town's infrastructure.
It
is the responsibility
of the applicant to obtain and provide this
approval with their application, and
n) be accompanied by the required fees.
5.4
In addition to the requirement of 5.1 to 5.3, every demolition permit
application shall:
a) where Division C, Part 2, Article 1.2.2.3 or
a successor section of the
Building
Code
applies,
be
accompanied
by
structural
design
characteristics of the building and the method of demolition,
b) be accompanied by proof satisfactory to the Chief Building Official that
arrangements
have
been
made
with
proper
authorities
for
the
termination
and
capping
of
all
the
water,
sewer,
gas,
electric,
telephone or other utilities and services,
c) provide fencing/hoarding in accordance with 13.0 of this By-law,
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d) be accompanied by current photographs of the building (s) to be
demolished, and
e) obtain a road occupancy permit from the Public Works Department
prior to demolition permit issuance when demolition is within the road
allowance.
5.5
Where an application has been made for a conditional permit under
subsection 8(3) of the Act, the application shall:
a) contain the information required by clauses 8(3) (a) to (c) of the Acct,
b) contain
such
other
information,
complete
building
plans
and
specifications concerning the project as the Chief Building Official may
require,
state the reasons why the applicant believes that unreasonable delays
in construction would occur if a conditional permit is not granted,
state the necessary approvals which must be obtained in respect of
the proposed building and the time in which such approvals will be
obtained,
state the time
in which plans and specifications of the complete
building will be filed with the Chief Building Official,
f)
enter into a conditional permit agreement with the Town, and
g)
be accompanied by a complete application.
5.6
In addition to the requirements of Section 5.1 to 5.3 of this by-law, every
application for a change of use permit issued under subsection 10 (1) of the
Act shall be submitted to the Chief Building Official, and shall:
a) describe the building in which the occupancy is to be changed, by a
description that will readily identify and locate the building,
identify and describe in detail the current and proposed occupancies of
the building or part of a building for which the application is made, and
include plans and specifications which show the current and proposed
occupancy of all parts of the building, and which contain sufficient
information
to establish compliance
with
the requirements
of the
Building Code, including floor plans, details of wall, floor and roof
assemblies identifying required fire resistance ratings and load bearing
capacities, etc.
Where the Building Code requires that an architect, professional engineer, or
both, be retained to undertake the general review of the construction
or
demolition of a building, the applicant shall submit a signed statement by an
architect, professional engineer, or both, in which he, she or they agree to
undertake the general review and provide written construction progress
reports to the Town. Upon completion of such project, final reports shall be
submitted to the Chief Building Official.
All plans, drawings, and specifications shall be prepared in accordance with
the specified design requirements of the Building Code.
Where the
Chief Building
Official
finds
that any
one
or
more
of the
requirements of this section are, in any particular case, unnecessary or may
create undue hardship upon the applicant, he/she may waive any one or
more of such requirements, provided that the intent and purpose of this By-
law is upheld.
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6.0
6.1
Application Process
An applicant may submit the appropriate plans directly to the Planning
Department for a zoning compliance review of their building permit
application prior to their official building permit application submission. Fees
may be collected for this service as per the Planning Department.
Lot grading review is required for all building permit applications within
settlement boundaries that have the effect of increasing building area. Plans
and specifications for this purpose shall be submitted in accordance with
Section 5.3 (j) of this by-law. An applicant may submit the appropriate plans
directly to the Engineering Department for a lot grading compliance review of
their building permit application prior to their official building permit
application submission. Fees may be collected for this service as per the
Engineering Department.
Cancellation, Revocation, Alteration or Transfer
The applicant for a building permit, regardless of whether they are the owner,
may make written request to the Chief Building Official to have the submitted
application withdrawn provided the building permit has not been issued. A fee
refund shall be granted in accordance with section 8.0 of this by-law.
Where a building permit application remains inactive for a period of six
months or more, the application may be cancelled without further notice. Any
outstanding fees or potential refunds shall apply as per section 8.0 of this
bylaw.
A person to whom a permit has been issued may makea written request to
the Chief Building Official to have the permit cancelled and a fee refund may
be given in accordance with section 8.0 of this By-law provided that,
a)
no work has commenced in respect of the building for which the permit
was issued, and
b) the written request is received by the Chief Building Official
before the end,
i.
of 6 months after the issuance of the permit, or
ii.
of the extension period, where the Chief Building Official has
extended the six-month period, whichever is later.
Where six months has passed since the issuance of a building permit
and notification has not been received that construction has commenced,
the building permit is subject to revocation in accordance with the Act.
During the building process, but prior to the affected component being
constructed, a person to whoma permit is issued may request consideration
for minor amendments to the original building plans submitted. Based on the
complexity of the amendment, the Chief Building Official shall allow the
amendments to the original submission or request
a new complete
submission. A fee shall be collected as per Schedule A of this by-law, as
amended from time to time.
Where the right to construct a building under a permit is transferred, the
person to whom the building permit was issued shall notify the Chief Building
Official, in writing, of the name and address of the transferee. The transferee
shall complete a new application for the building permit as set out in Section
5. Where the design has been prepared by an architect, professional
engineer, or BCIN qualified designer, the person to whom the building permit
was issued shall also provide the Chief Building Official with a written
consent to the assignment from the architect, professional engineer, or BCIN
qualified designer. A fee shall be collected as per ScheduleA of this by-law,
as amended.
Where the right to construct a building under a permit is transferred, all
documents associated with the original permit must be transferable and
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consent must be obtained from the original designer and approval
authority (i.e. Lake Simcoe and Region Conservation Authority, Ministry of
Transportation, etc.).
Fees
The final fee payment shall be paid at the time of permit issuance. The final
fee will be based on the fee schedule valid on the date of permit issuance.
The fee collected shall be the greater of the minimum fee or the fee
calculated using the fee multiplier.
Where it is determined that the required fees must be calculated on a cost
basis as per the Building By-law, as amended, the total cost will be based on
all work, services and materials and may include the cost of all professional
and related services in respect of the proposed construction or demolition as
determined by the Chief Building Official.
Where a building permit has been issued but before construction or
demolition commences and the Chief Building Official revokes a permit or
grants a request to cancel a permit, the Town may retain 50% of all fees paid
in full or due under this by-law and shall refund the balance to the
person/corporation who paid, unless otherwise arranged. If no construction
has been commenced within one year of permit issuance then the Town shall
retain 100% of all fees paid and the applicant will not be entitled to a refund.
Where, after construction or demolition commences, the Chief Building
Official revokes a permit the Town shall retain 100% of all fees paid in full
or due under this by-law and the applicant will not be entitled to a refund.
Where a written request from a permit holder for a six-month extension is
received and granted by the Chief Building Official,
a $100.00
administrative fee shall be collected.
In the event that
a Registered Code Agency is appointed by the Town, the
building permit fees collected will be reduced to allow the Town of cover
administrative, archiving, file management and other relevant costs in the
following manner:
a) for
an
application
where
either
the
inspections
or
the
plans
examination will be completed by the Registered Code Agency, all
relevant permit fees will be reduced by twenty-five (25) percent, and
b) for an application where the Registered Code Agency will complete
both the plans examination and inspections all relevant permit fees
will be reduced by fifty (50) percent.
Calculation of Fees
The fees required for each class of permit shall be as set out in and
calculated in accordance with Schedule A of this By-law.
Unless otherwise specified, fees shall be based on a per square foot or
numerical multiplier with an associated minimum fee or flat rate.
Fees shall be based on the gross floor area as defined in this by-law.
If more than one class of permit applies to the proposed building, each class
shall be calculated separately: in accordance within the Building By-law and
the sum shall represent the permit fee, as amended.
No deduction shall be allowed for floor openings required for such facilities
as stairs, elevators, escalators, shafts and ducts. Interconnected floor
spaces and atriums above their lowest level may be deducted from the
calculated gross floor area.
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9.6
Fees for classes of permits or construction not described in this By-law,
shall be determined by the Chief Building Official who shall have regard to
the complexity and amount of service required relative to the classes of
construction described.
Fees shall be adjusted annually in line with the annual change in the
Statistics Canada Construction Price Index for the Toronto area each year
with the rate change effective beginning January 1 the following year. The
changes shall be rounded to the nearest cent for fee multipliers and the
nearest dollar for all other fees.
Other fees may be applicable to a project that are outside the scope of
Schedule "A". These may include, but are not limited to: Development
Charges, Entrance Approvals, Fire Department Review, etc.
Fees are cumulative, i.e.
anew Group "A" Major Occupancy building to
include the square foot multiplier, plumbing fixture fees, sewer fees, HVAC
fees, onsite sewage system fees, etc.
Notification
The person whom the permit was issued shall notify the Chief Building
Official as required by the Ontario Building Code as amended.
Additional Inspections and Plans Review Resubmissions
At the discretion of the building official, where two previous inspections have
been conducted for the same stage of construction, either at the request of
the person to whom the permit was issued or at the request of the
applicant/contractor of the land which is the subject of the permit, the person
requesting the additional inspection shall pay, before the inspector conducts
the additional inspection, a fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00) for this and
any future inspection for the same stage of construction.
At the discretion of the building official, where two previous resubmissions
have been submitted for the building code compliance review, the person
submitting the plans shall pay, before the plans examiner conducts the
additional review, a fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00) for this and any
future resubmissions at the plans examiner stage.
Special Investigation
If any work in respect of the construction or demolition of a building
commences before a permit has been issued under this by-law, the owner of
the land on which the work has commenced shall pay a special investigation
fee of 100% of the building permit fee.
Fencing/Hoarding Construction Sites
Where, in the opinion of the Chief Building Official,
a construction or
demolition site presents a particular hazard to the public, he/she may require
the erection of such fencing as he/she deems appropriate to the
circumstances but not limited to the standard stated in section 13.5.
In considering the hazard presented by a construction site, the necessity for
fencing, and its construction, the Chief Building Official shall have regard for,
a)
the proximity of the construction site to occupied buildings,
b)
the proximity of the construction site to lands accessible to the public,
including but not limited to streets, parks and commercial and
institutional activities,
the hazards presented by the construction activities and materials,
the feasibility and effectiveness of site fencing/hoarding, and
the duration of the hazard.
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13.3
Where there is fencing on or adjoining a construction site erected prior to the
application for a building permit in respect of that site, such fencing may be
deemed to be in compliance with this By-law provided it is extended along
the entire perimeter of the construction site as determined by the Chief
Building Official and the extended fencing is erected in accordance with this
By-law.
Despite section 13.3 above, the requirements of this by-law do not apply
where the building permit has been issued prior to this by-law coming
into effect.
Every fence required under this by-law shall be a minimum 4' high and
located on the perimeter of the construction site as determined by the
Chief Building Official, or designate, and constructed as follows:
a)
if of chain link construction, the chain link shall be fastened to a 1 inch
diameter metal horizontal top bar which is securely fastened to metal
posts which are not over 10 feet on center and embedded into the
ground to providea rigid support,
if of wood construction, the exterior face shall be 1/2 inch exterior
grade plywood, or equivalent material that will not provide footholds for
climbing. The facing shall be supported by 2" X 4" nominal size posts
spaced at not more than 4 feet on center and embedded into the
ground to providea rigid support,
if the fence is of the snow fence or plastic mesh type, the fencing
should be securely fastened to T-bar posts which are not over6 feet
on centre and embedded into the ground to providea rigid support.
The fence is to be wired through the top and bottom and secured to
each post, or
other materials or methods may be substituted provided that there is
an equivalent barrier between properties and an equivalent degree of
safety provided.
The fence may provide for openings sufficient to accommodate construction
vehicles, machines and any other equipment providing services to the
construction site provided that these openings are closed off when the site
is shut down.
Severability
In the event that any portion of this By-law is declared by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of
the remaining provisions of this By-law.
Miscellaneous
Schedules "A", "B" and "C" are attached hereto and form part of this By-law.
Offences and Penalties
Every person or corporation who contravenes any provision of this By-law
is guilty of an offence and upon conviction is liable to a fine as provided in
section 36 of the Act.
Code of Conduct
In compliance with the Ontario Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23, Section
7.1(1) of the Act, investigation and enforcement to be used in responding to
allegations against the Chief Building Official and Inspectors is found in
Schedule C
as part of this by-law.
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18.0
Repeal
18.1
That By-law 2024-062 and any amendments thereto are hereby repealed on
the date this by-law comes into force.
19.0
Effective Date
19.1
This by-law shall come into full force and effect on the 1day of January
2026 or as otherwise noted in the attached Schedules.
Reada first, second and third time and finally passed this 23° day of
February 2026.
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Schedule "A" to
Building Permit By-law 2026-018
Permit Fees
.
:
Effective | Including
Permit Fee's
2026 Rates
Group "A & B"
(Assembly
& Institutional Occupancies
All New Construction
Exempt
$1.49
Renovation/Alteration
Group "C"
(Residential Occupancies
Po
All New Construction including additions
House
1-Jan
Exempt
$
1.26
§$
124.00
___
AllNew Construction
(Condo/Apartment
1-Jan
Exempt
$
1.26
$
124.00
Finished Basement
a
Exempt
$
0.74)
$
124.00
Renovation/Alteration
:
0.94'$
124.00
|__ Unenclosed Deck or Porch
:
124.00
Detached Garage or Accessory
Building
Group "D & E" (Business & Mercantile Occupancies
All New Construction
$
249.00
Renovation/Alteration
Group "F"
(Industrial Occupancies
All New Construction
$
249.00
Renovation/Alteration
Exempt
Group "G"
(Farm Buildings
All New Construction
|
{wan
Renovation/Alteration
Low Human Occupanc
Exempt
:
0.56
$
249.00
Demolition
All Buildings each
Exempt
$
-|
$
431.00
School Portables each
1-Jan
Exempt
$
$
431.00
Tent and Air Supported Structure each
{-Jan
Exempt
$
-|
$
249.00
$
$
$
$
Demountable Stage each
1-Jan
Exempt
249.00
Moved or Relocated Building (Incl.
Foundation) each
a
Exempt
869.00
Minor Fire Restoration
| 1-Jan | Exempt | $ -|
$
540.00
Designated Structures
per Div 1, 1.3.1.1
$=} $__ 720.
372.00
Building
Solid Fuel Burning Appliance and/or
Chimney
each
1-Jan
Exempt
249.00
Fire Alarm Systems New each floor
Fan bem Poss
500.00
Fire Alarm Systems Renovation/Alterations
each
1-Jan
Exempt
$
-
$
249.00
Sprinkler
System New each floor
$
500.00
Sprinkler System Renovation/Alterations
each
1-Jan
Exempt
$
249.00
Commercial Exhaust Hood and Suppression
each
1-Jan
Exempt
$
372.00
Each Plumbing Fixture
(Incl. Drains) each
| 1-Jan | Exempt | $
-- -!|
$
21.00
Manholes, Catch Basins, Area Drains each | 4-Jan | Exempt | $
-- -|
$
63.00
House Water Service Pipe each
| 1-Jan | Exempt | $
-- -|
$
189.00
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House Building Sewer each
Exempt
$
-|
$
189.00
Water Mains and Water Service Pipe (per
unit = linear foot
{-Jan
Exempt
$
2.00
$
249.00
Building Drain (per unit
= linear foot
Exempt
$
2.00!
$
249.00
Building Sewer
(per unit = linear
foot
$
2.00]
$
249.00
Private On-Site Sewage Systems
$
Repair/Alterations to Existing
System each
1-Jan
Exempt
-!
§
249.00
Sewage System Review (Not Requiring
|
$
New Sewage System each
{-Jan
Exempt
-
994.00
Alterations) each
1-Jan
Exempt
124.00
_Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
Group A, B, D, E, and F New each
Group A, B, D, E, and F Alteration each
Group C House New each
Group
C Multi-Unit Building per unit
| 1-Jan [| Exempt | $
-- -|
Group C Alteration each
Miscellaneous
Building Compliance Letter each
Items Without a Gross Floor Area (Per
$1,000 of Construction Value
$
16.00
____Transfer of Permit each
1-Jan
Exempt
$
-
$
312.00 |
|
2 times the
Special Investigation Fee
1-Jan
Exempt
fee
Alternative Solution Review per hour
Review cost
Peer Review Administration each
+ 15%
Conditional Permit Agreement
Administration each
954.00
Change of Use Permit
Amendment to Permit
Issuance of Order Administration each
1-Jan
Legal cost +
Placing or Removing an Order on Title each
1-Jan
15%
Total
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Schedule "B" to
Building Permit By-law 2026-018
Construction Detail Specifications
The following construction detail specifications may be requested:
Floor Plans of all levels of the building
Elevation drawings of all sides of the building
Engineered roof and/or floor joist packages
Cross sections to appropriately identify construction details and methods
Wall sections to appropriately identify construction details and methods
Door and window schedules
Heat loss calculations
Duct plan, hydronic layout/electric baseboard heater plan for an all levels of
the building
Complete fire alarm system for the entire building
Complete fire sprinkler plan for the entire building
Exhaust hood and suppression plans for kitchen equipment
Complete onsite sewage system plans and grain size analysis
Complete site servicing plan indicating all utilities
Lot grading plan for the site showing all drainage patterns
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Schedule "C" to
Building Permit By-law 2026-018
Code of Conduct for Chief
Building Official and Inspectors
Apply the Building Code Act and the Building Code impartially, without
influence and in accordance with all applicable legislation,
To exercise powers and perform duties in an independent manner,
Promote
the safety
of buildings
with
reference
to
public
health,
fire
protection, structural sufficiency, conservation and environmental integrity,
and barrier free accessibility,
Act within the area of qualification obtained under the Building Code Act,
Perform duties with due diligence, honesty and integrity,
Keep abreast of current building practices through continuous education,
and
Manage
confidential and
sensitive
information according
to the Town's
guidelines and relevant legislation.
Guidelines for Interpretation of the Code of Conduct
1.
Promote
the
safety
of buildings
with
reference
to
public
health,
fire
protection, structural sufficiency, conservation and environmental integrity,
and barrier free accessibility.
The Ontario Building Code states that:
"The Code is essentially a set of minimum provisions respecting the safety of
buildings with reference to public health, fire protection, structural sufficiency,
conservation and environmental integrity, and barrier-free accessibility. Its
primary purpose is the promotion of public safety through the application of
appropriate uniform building standards.
The CBO and the Inspectors are expected to:
a)
act in the public interest with respect to health and safety issues
related to buildings, and
b)
take all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of the public,
Town staff and themselves.
Apply the Building Code Act and the Building Code impartially, without
influence and in accordance with all applicable legislation.
The CBO and the Inspectors are expected to perform duties:
in a manner that maintains and promotes public safety at all times,
with integrity, objectivity, and impartiality,
without any influence from anyone,
in a fair and consistent manner, and
efficiently and in a timely manner.
Act within the area of qualification obtained under the Building Code Act.
The CBO and the Inspectors are expected to:
a)
act within the area of qualification obtained under the Building Code
Act,
b)
seek assistance when required, and
c)
participate in training as required by the Occupational Health and
Safety Act, the Building Code Act and other legislation.
Perform duties with due diligence, honesty and integrity. The CBO and the
Inspectors are expected to:
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a)
conduct themselves with the highest degree of ethical behaviour
and integrity,
b)
ensure public confidence and trust are maintained at all times,
c)
protect and promote the best interests of the Town,
d)
ensure the protection and appropriate use of the Town's resources
and assets, and
e)
perform duties without misleading the public.
5.
Extend courtesy to everyone.
The CBO and the Inspectors are expected to:
a)
be ambassadors and reflect a professional image at all times,
b)
treat the public and each other with respect all the time,
c)
be reasonable and fair in their expectations of each other,
d)
resolve conflict(s) in a professional manner,
e)
be courteous and considerate to all through language and actions,
f)
recognize the barriers of discrimination and disadvantages faced by
human rights protected groups, and
g)
recognize the dignity of all people.
Keep up to date on current building practices through continuous education.
The CBO and the Inspectors are expected to.
a)
obtain qualifications
as required
to
be appointed
and
to
remain
appointed under the Building Code Act,
b)
maintain qualifications as requirements evolve and/or change,
c)
keep
current
on
construction
practices
and
standards
through
continuous education and training, and
d)
be mentors to each other at all times.
Manage
confidential and sensitive
information according
to the Town's
guidelines and relevant legislation.
The CBO and the Inspectors are expected to:
a)
maintain confidentiality regarding Town business,
b)
disclose information
in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of
Information and Protection of Privacy Act "MFIPPA",
c)
refer to Building Branch Policy A-1
1
-- "Permit Document Security"
for details, and
d)
ensure that no information collected, produced
or obtained in the
course of duties, whether reports, memos, verbal/written/electronic
communication is disclosed without proper approval.
Guidelines for Handling Allegations of Breaches of the Code of Conduct
The Building Code Act prescribes that the conduct of the CBO and the Inspectors
will be measured against this Code. Contravention of this Code is a serious
matter to the Building Branch and the public and will be treated as such.
The CBO, in consultation with the Director of Planning and Building, will review
any allegations of breaches of this Code made against an Inspector. The CBO
shall direct an investigation, if justified, and where appropriate, recommend
disciplinary action against the Inspector who fails to comply with this Code.
Where the allegations are against the CBO, the Chief Administrative Officer
will evaluate and investigate the allegations, where necessary, and make
recommendations to Council for appropriate action.
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In either case, the CBO or Inspector shall be afforded the opportunity to respond
to the allegations of breaches to the Code of Conduct prior to disciplinary action
being brought for due consideration.
Disciplinary Action
Disciplinary action arising from violations of the Code is the responsibility of the
Town of New Tecumseth and the CBO and will be based on the severity and
frequency of the violation in accordance with employment laws and standards,
and relevant collective agreements.
Public Notice for the Code of Conduct
The Building Code Act states that the Code must be brought to the attention of
the public.
1.The Building Branch will advertise the Code on an ongoing basis via:
a)
Town of New Tecumseth website
b)
Post
in
a conspicuous
location
at the Building
Branch
service
counter.