Building Permit Georgetown

Acadia Drafting has over 10 years of experience providing clients with expert drafting and permit drawings in Georgetown. Our team of industry professionals can provide you with a full set of residential permit drawings, whether you need mechanical, structural, or any other kind – we have got you covered. Furthermore, since we always follow all the health and safety standards, and ensure our drawings are done to code, you’ll get your building permit in Georgetown as quickly as possible. So if you need to renovate, build or demolish your residential property, get in touch with us. Our services also extend to:

If you are planning to do any basement construction that goes beyond decor, it is essential to obtain the correct permits. It can be a difficult process to apply for the necessary basement permits in Georgetown, depending on the scope of work you might require multiple. Acadia Drafting can provide expert drafting services and construction advice to expedite the permit process.

Types of basement construction that require a permit:

• Basement Renovations: For basement renovation projects such as insulation or basement finishing, you must apply for an Interior Alterations Permit.
• Basement Apartment Construction: If you are interested in constructing a secondary dwelling in your basement, you will need to apply for a Secondary Unit Permit.
• Basement Underpinning Permit: If required, you might need to lower the basement floor to meet the minimum height for basement apartments, which will necessitate an Underpinning Permit.
• Separate Basement Entrance: A Walkout Permit will allow you to add a separate entrance to your basement apartment.

Basement permit approval timeline: 2 weeks – 3 months

If you are looking to construct a home addition in Georgetown you will need to apply for a Building Permit. Home additions can be any structure that is attached to your property, including second-story additions, dormer additions, bump-out additions, sunrooms, and more! It is important to adhere to all the local zoning bylaws, necessitating the importance of an experienced drafting company that can ensure all the permit requirements are met for quick 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

Before you begin construction you will require a Building Permit for both Laneway Suites and Garden Suites. These secondary dwellings are subject to specific permit requirements and zoning bylaws, all drafting and construction plans must adhere to Ontario’s Building Code. Acadia Drafting has extensive experience creating permit proposals that are in line with all the necessary requirements.

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

• Consultation: Discuss the details of the project and permit requirements.
• 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