Tel: (647) 478-9292 | Contact Us
screen icon

Residential Building Permit Oakville

At Acadia Drafting, we specialize in drafting and permit drawing services that ensure quick municipal approval. Our team has the expertise to produce a full set of residential permit drawings in Oakville, and can provide you with mechanical permit drawings, along with structural, electrical and architectural drawings. With over 10 years of experience, you can count on us for your renovation, building, or demolition projects. From ideation to creation, our experts are with you every step of the way – making sure the building plans follow all health and safety standards, and the drawings are all up to code, so you can bring your vision to life. In addition, we can help you with the following:

residential permit drawings
drow icon

Commercial Building Permit Oakville

Acadia Drafting also provides a variety of architectural solutions for businesses and industrial facilities. Our complete set of preliminary drawings comply with the Ontario Building Code in order to expedite the permit acquiring process. We are dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional services including professional commercial permit drawings in Oakville. Our team makes sure your project is always completed on time and within budget and that your building permit in Oakville is approved as quickly as possible. We also provide the following services: 

commercial permit drawings
permit required for basement construction

Basement Permits in Oakville

The type of basement permit required in Oakville can vary depending on the scope of work and local zoning bylaws, sometimes it can necessitate multiple permit applications. The team at Acadia Drafting can help navigate this process, ensuring that you obtain all of the permits required for basement renovations in Oakville.

Types of basement construction that require a permit:

  • Basement Renovations: For all basement renovation projects that go beyond the decor, 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

basement construction permits oakville
permit required for load bearing wall removal

Load-Bearing Wall Removal Permits in Oakville

The permit required for a load-bearing wall removal in Oakville is an Interior Alterations Permit. These are essential components of your home’s structure that require a load-bearing alternative to maintain the integrity of your property. Acadia Drafting has years of experience drafting load-bearing wall removal permits in Oakville, we can offer cost-effective solutions for load-bearing alternatives and construction advice that will assist with the permit approval process.

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

load bearing wall removal permits oakville
permits required for home additions

Home Addition Permits in Oakville

If you are looking to construct a home addition in Oakville, regardless of the type of structure, you will be required to secure a Building Permit. The process of the permit application can vary depending on the scope of work and the local zoning bylaw. The team at Acadia Drafting can assist with all stages of a home addition permit application in Oakville.

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

home addition permits oakville
permits required for decks

Deck Permits in Oakville

Applying for a new deck permit in Oakville can require an experienced drafting company to assist. Regardless of the size of your new deck, you will need to apply for a Building Permit. However, the permit application process can vary depending on the scope of work and local zoning bylaws. Acadia Drafting can assist with all levels of the deck permit application process in Oakville, ensuring quick permit approval.

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

decks permits oakville
permits required for garden and laneway suites

Laneway Suite & Garden Suite Permits in Oakville

If you are interested in building a new Laneway Suite or Garden Suite you will need to apply for a Building Permit. The permit application for Laneway Suites and Garden Suites in Oakville can vary depending on the scope of work and the local zoning bylaws. Regardless of the type of structure you are looking to build, whether it is a second-story addition or a kitchen bump-out addition, Acadia Drafting can provide assistance for any Laneway or Garden Suite permit application in Oakville.

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

laneway suite garden suite permits oakville

 

 

Get in touch with us

 

    Would you like to upload images with this form?

    Please prove you are human by selecting the flag.



    Learn More About Building Permits in Oakville

    City of Oakville Building Permit

     

    Acadia Drafting can help you get the building permits you need to construct a safe and beautiful space for your home or business in the City of Oakville. We will handle every step of the process, from getting the permits you need to filing applications with your local government. For more information on how we work, contact us today!

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

     

    City Of Oakville Building Permits

     

     

    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.