Building Permit Richmond Hill

If you’re looking to renovate, build or demolish your residential property, you will need a permit to do so. Fortunately, Acadia Drafting specializes in providing Richmond Hill homeowners with expert drafting and permit drawing services that will guarantee municipal approval. Not only do we follow all health and safety standards, our drawings are done to code. So whether it’s an architectural, electrical, mechanical or any other type of permit drawing in Richmond Hill you need – our team of professionals has got you covered. With over 10 years of experience and expertise within the industry, we can help you with the idea all the way up to execution. Some of our other services include:

It is essential to obtain the necessary permits for any basement construction in Richmond Hill. Applying for basement permits can be a complicated process, potentially requiring multiple permits depending on the scope of work. Acadia Drafting can provide accurate basement drafting services that can expedite the permit process.

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

Home additions in Richmond Hill can be any structure that is attached to your property, including garages, sunrooms, kitchen extensions and more! Regardless of the type of structure you will need to apply for a Building Permit, the requirements are determined by local zoning regulations and the scope of work. With 10+ years of experience submitting permit applications for a range of home additions, we have the drafting expertise and construction knowledge to assist in the application of your home additions permit application.

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

Laneway Suites and Garden Suites are versatile options for adding secondary dwellings to your property. Both require a Building Permit to commence construction. The specific requirements for this permit are determined by local zoning regulations and the scope of work. Acadia Drafting possesses the expertise needed to navigate these requirements effectively, enabling us to assist you seamlessly with your permit applications.

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