The Building and Planning Department is responsible for all building and planning matters within the Township of Malahide. This includes issuing building permits, official plan amendments and zoning by-law amendments applications, land severance and minor variance applications, site plan control and subdivision matters and property standards inspections.
A building permit may be issued only when an application complies with the Malahide zoning by-laws, Ontario Building Code and any other applicable regulations and laws.
In general, a building permit is required to erect, install, extend, alter or repair a building
The following projects require a building permit:
- A new building greater than 10 sq. m. (107 sq. ft.)
- Renovations
- Structural work, including alterations to interior partitions or the installation of new skylights, windows or doors
- Demolitions
- Additions (including garages, porches, carports, decks, dormers etc.)
- mobile homes
- prefabricated structures
- Pumbling, Heating and Ventilation Systems
- Fireplaces, woodstoves and chimneys
- Pools (inground or above ground)
- Temporary Buildings
- Farm Buildings
- Replacing or installing new plumbing
The following projects do not require a building permit:
- Painting
- Landscaping
- Driveways,
- Kitchen Cupboards
- Eaves troughs
Note: Although a Building Permit may not be required you MUST still comply with the requirements of the applicable Municipal Zoning By-Law.
If these lists do not include specifics of your project or you are not sure if a permit will be required, please review the details of the work with our Building Department, prior to construction.
Septic System Permits:
A Building Permit is required in all cases where an existing or new septic is constructed, altered, or repaired in any manner. This includes alterations or replacement of a septic tank or pump chamber. Please contact the Building Department for more specifics.
Building Permit fees:
The Building Permit fee is subject to the type of project being completed and is paid at the time the permit is issued. Please click on the below link to view the Township of Malahide Building Permit Fees
Applications For Building Permits:
Applications for Building Permits can be obtained from the Municipal Office. A completed application will also need to consist of sketches, building drawings, plans and other documents
Other Applications:
Please note that it may be in your best interest to speak to the Clerk/CAO Randy Millard, prior to submitting an application. These forms must be submitted directly to the Township Office along with the required deposit.
