Forms
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Here are forms needed when applying for a permit:
- Alternative Solution Form
- Building Permit Application, includes Schedule 1: Designer Information and Schedule 2: Sewage System Installer Information
- Commitment to General Review
- Energy Efficiency (Part 9) - Performance and Other Acceptable Compliance Methods
- Energy Efficiency (Part 9) - Prescriptive Method
- Energy Efficiency Certification Form
- HVAC summary
- Ontario Building Code Matrix
- Ontario Building Code Matrix - Part 10/Part 11
Forms can be printed from our applications, licences and permits page.
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Development charges
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| Regional Development Charges |
| Construction may be subject to Regional Municipality of Waterloo development charges. |
| School Board Development Charges |
| Construction may be subject to Waterloo Region District School Board development charges, and Waterloo Region Catholic District School Board development charges. |
| Township Development Charges |
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Township development charges are adjusted annually on February 1.
2018 Township of Woolwich Development Charges
| Service Category | Single/Semi Dwelling | Multiple Dwellings | Apartment (less than 2 bedrooms) | Apartment (more than 2 bedrooms) | Non Residential - per sq. ft. |
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| Fire |
443 |
345 |
254 |
187 |
0.27 |
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| Public Works |
2,520 |
1,960 |
1,449 |
1,071 |
0.88 |
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| Corporate |
284 |
221 |
163 |
122 |
0.09 |
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| Park and Recreation |
2,233 |
1,737 |
1,283 |
951 |
0.08 |
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| Water |
925 |
718 |
532 |
394 |
0.32 |
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| Sanitary |
724 |
563 |
416 |
308 |
0.25 |
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| Total General Services *** |
$5,480 |
$4,263 |
$3,149 |
$2,331 |
$1.32 |
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Total Full Services
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$7,129 |
$5,544 |
$4,097 |
$3,033 |
$1.89 |
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*** General services include Fire, Public Works, Corporate, Park and Recreation
Breslau Sanitary Servicing
| Service Category | Single/Semi Dwelling | Multiple Dwelling | Apartment (less than 2 bedrooms) | Apartment (more than 2 bedrooms) | Non Residential - Per Sq. Ft. |
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| Breslau Sanitary Servicing |
$1,474 |
$1,043 |
$813 |
$813 |
$0.99 |
Breslau sanitary servicing is for development connecting to municipal sanitary sewers in Breslau (equal to the sanitary sewer service component of the current City of Kitchener Development Charge)
More information can be obtained by reviewing the 2014 Development Charge Background Study.
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Drawing requirements
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Two copies of drawings are required for all permit submissions.
House plans
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- site plan
- cross section(s)
- elevation views
- structural framing details
- footing/foundation plan
- floor plans
- roof plan for complex designs
- survey/drainage and grading plan
- for the installation of any wood-burning appliance please ensure to include a detailed installation plan and the manufacturers installation instructions.
- heat loss/gain calculation and ventilation HVAC summary
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Additions to a house
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- all requirements noted for a house, as well as a full and complete site plan for the entire lot
- foundation/floor plans and cross sections to include the adjacent structure
- elevation views of all affected building sides
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Detached garages and shed
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- full and complete site plan for the entire lot
- foundation/ footing and pier plan
- floor plan
- cross-section
- elevation views
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Decks
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- full and complete site plan for the entire lot
- foundation/ footing and pier plan
- deck framing plan
- guard and handrail details
- deck detail package is available by contacting building staff or visiting the administration office
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Pools and hot tubs
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- a survey showing the location
- simple description of the pool/hot tub
- diagram of the type of fence to be built around the pool or hot tub (existing fences should be noted on the survey)
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Septic systems
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- 2 copies of a report prepared by a professional engineer or qualified designer based on lot area
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Fees and by-laws
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| Building permit fees are regulated under the building bylaw. |
Inspections
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Inspections are needed during construction and are noted on your building permit. Contact building staff to book and
inspection at 519-669-6035 or 519-669-6034. Or you can use our toll free number 1-877-969-0094, extension 6035 or 6034.
Normal inspections include:
- Excavation - prior to placement of concrete
- Services - installation of sanitary, storm and water services
- Septic - after excavation of distribution piping bed and prior to system backfill
- Foundation - prior to backfill
- Under floor drains - prior to covering
- Framing - prior to insulation
- Air Barrier - prior to starting exterior cladding
- HVAC - rough in
- Plumbing - rough in
- Insulation/Vapour barrier - prior to covering
- Occupancy - this must be obtained prior to occupancy
- Final plumbing inspection
- Final building inspection
Please note the Township does not review or inspect electrical work. Contact the Electrical Safety Authority at 1-877-421-2228 for electrical permits.
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When is a permit required?
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- Adding a bedroom to the basement
- Adding dormer to existing roof
- Additions to a building
- Attached garage, carport, shed or other roof structures
- Backflow prevention device
- Basement or main floor walkouts
- Creating a duplex (a.k.a. in-law suite, accessory apartment, granny flat)
- Decks greater the 24 inches in height
- Demolition of a structure greater than 108 square feet in building area
- Detached garage, shed or accessory structure 108 square feet and greater (measured to the outside face of exterior walls)
- Finishing the basement of a house
- Industrial, commercial, institutional and multi-residential construction or alterations or changes of use
- Installing a new window or door - when increasing the width of the existing opening
- New residential dwellings
- Pending location, a retaining wall that is greater than 1 meter in height
- Plumbing fixtures added or relocated
- Re-insulating walls, ceilings or floors
- Removing a load bearing wall, column, lintel or beam
- Renovation or converting an existing building (change of use)
- Septic system installations and alterations
- Site servicing (water or sewer lines) for all building types
- Solar Panels that are mounted to a building
- Swimming pool or hot tub with a depth of 37" or greater (including temporary or inflatable)
- Tent or group of tents that is, more than 60m2 (646 ft2) in aggregate ground area, attached to a building, or constructed within 3m (9'-10") of any structure
- Woodstove or wood burning fireplace
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What does not require a permit?
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- Decks less than 24 inches in height
- Door and window replacements (within the existing opening, where no structural members are changed)
- Fence unless installed around swimming pool or hot tub with a depth of 37" or greater (including temporary or inflatable)
- Installing a gas fireplace
- Installing new shingles on existing roof
- Installing a water softener
- Painting, wall papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
- Removing a non-load bearing wall in a single, semi-detached or townhouse dwelling
- Replacing a plumbing fixture (i.e. toilet, bathtub or sink) with a new fixture in the same location
- Structure less than 108 square feet measured from the outside face of walls (that does not contain plumbing)
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