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Residential Building Permit Newmarket

With over 10 years of experience, Acadia Drafting provides homeowners with expert drafting and permit drawing services in Newmarket. Our work follows all health and safety standards, and we specialize in facilitating the process between ideation to execution. Furthermore, we ensure quick municipal approval. So whether you need to renovate your home, build something new or have something demolished, our team has the full set of residential permit drawing options available to you: including, mechanical, architectural, electrical, structural, and more. In addition to this, we can also help you with:

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Commercial Building Permit Newmarket

Acadia Drafting also caters to businesses as well as industrial facilities. Just like with residential permits, our team strives to provide you with fast permit approvals by giving you professional commercial permit drawings that comply with the Ontario Building Code. With us, not only will your building permit in Newmarket be approved quickly, your project will be completed on time and within your budget. Some of our other services in this sector include:

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permit required for basement construction

Basement Permits in Newmarket

Permits for basement renovations are required for any construction that goes beyond decoration. Depending on the scope of work planned, you might need to apply for multiple permits, making it a complicated process. Acadia Drafting has extensive knowledge of basement construction in Newmarket and the associated permits required, we can help you navigate the permit process for quicker approvals.

Types of basement construction that require a permit:

  • Basement Renovations: For basement renovation projects such as window additions, or basement finishing you will need to apply for an Interior Alterations Permit.
  • Basement Apartment Construction: If you want to build a secondary dwelling in your basement, you will need to apply for a Secondary Unit Permit.
  • Basement Underpinning Permit: The minimum height for a basement apartment is 6ft 5in. If required, you might need to lower the floor of your basement which will necessitate an Underpinning Permit.
  • Separate Basement Entrance: If you plan to add a separate entrance to your basement, you will need to obtain a Walkout Permit.

Basement permit approval timeline: 2 weeks – 3 months

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Load-Bearing Wall Removal Permits in Newmarket

The removal of a load-bearing wall requires careful consideration and planning. As essential components of your property’s structure, it is required to have a comprehensive plan to replace the wall in question. Acadia Drafting has years of experience creating permit proposals for load-bearing wall removals in Newmarket, we have the knowledge to offer cost-effective load-bearing alternatives that are compliant with Ontario’s Building Code.

Permit application process for load-bearing wall removal:

  • Structural Assessment: To confirm whether the wall in question is load-bearing, utilizing both video consultations & onsite visits.
  • Construction Recommendations: For cost-effective load-bearing wall replacements that meet your goals while ensuring structural integrity.
  • Document Preparation: We will prepare all required documents, including drawings and permit applications.
  • Submission & Approval: Submission of permit applications and liaise with relevant authorities on your behalf, ensuring a smooth approval process.

Permit required to remove load-bearing walls: Interior Alterations Permit

Alterations Permit approval timeline: 2 weeks – 3 months

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Home Addition Permits in Newmarket

Home additions consist of any external structure that is attached to your property, including bump-out additions, sunroom additions, garage additions, kitchen extensions and more! Regardless of the intended use of the structure, all home additions require a Building Permit. Acadia Drafting is experienced at drafting permits for a wide range of home additions in Newmarket, we have knowledge of the local zoning bylaws to ensure fast permit approval.

Process of applying for a permit for a home addition:

  • Initial Consultation: Discuss project details and permit requirements with Acadia Drafting.
  • Site Measurement & Zoning Assessment: Acadia Drafting will conduct onsite measurements for accurate dimensions.
  • Drafting & Design: Then creating detailed drawings meeting regulatory requirements.
  • Document Preparation & Submission: We will prepare all of the required documents and submit them.

Permit required for home additions: Building Permit

Building Permit approval timeline: 2 weeks – 3 months

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Deck Permits in Newmarket

New decks of all sizes require a Building Permit before you begin construction. You must adhere to all the permit requirements dictated by the scope of work and local zoning bylaws. Acadia Drafting has years of experience drafting permits for decks in Newmarket, we are able to offer recommendations that can expedite the permit approval timeline.

Process of applying for a permit for a new deck:

  • Initial Consultation: Discuss project details and permit requirements with Acadia Drafting.
  • Site Measurement & Zoning Assessment: Acadia Drafting will conduct onsite measurements for accurate dimensions.
  • Drafting & Design: Then creating detailed drawings meeting regulatory requirements.
  • Document Preparation & Submission: We will prepare all of the required documents and submit them.

Permit required for decks: Building Permit

Building Permit approval timeline: 2 weeks – 3 months

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Laneway Suite & Garden Suite Permits in Newmarket

You will require a Building Permit before you can begin any construction on your Laneway or Garden Suite. The permit requirements are determined by the scope of work and the local zoning bylaws. Acadia Drafting has extensive experience building permit proposals for both garden and laneway suites in Newmarket, we can offer valuable advice that might speed up the permit approval timeline and save you time when constructing.

Process of applying for a permit for a laneway or garden suite:

  • Initial Consultation: Discuss project details and permit requirements with Acadia Drafting.
  • Site Measurement & Zoning Assessment: Acadia Drafting will conduct onsite measurements for accurate dimensions.
  • Drafting & Design: Then creating detailed drawings meeting regulatory requirements.
  • Document Preparation & Submission: We will prepare all of the required documents and submit them.

Permit required for both Laneway & Garden Suites: Building Permit

Building Permit approval timeline: 2 weeks – 3 months

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    City of Newmarket Building Permit

     

    Getting a building permit can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’re a homeowner or business. That’s why it helps to work with an experienced design firm like Acadia Drafting- we can get you building permits in Newmarket without the hassle! Contact us today to get all the information you need about permits, drawings, and more.

    For more information on building permits in Newmarket, see their municipal site here.

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    Who Our Clients Are:

    Homeowners

    Home renovations, additions, custom home builds and more. We help homeowners get their building permit fast with a complete set of drawings prepared in-house by our experts.

    Commercial Property Owners

    We work with restaurant owners, retail store owners, office managers and any other commercial owners to get their building permits approved fast and make their project reality.

    Industrial Property Owners

    We also specialize in working with all kinds of industrial properties, including distribution centres, warehouses and even grow houses that are sustainable and fully functional.

    Contractors and Builders

    We work with contractors and builders to ensure any project goes smoothly and the building permits get approved fast. We provide a full range of construction management services.