The information below has been provided to assist in summarizing the typical requirements to obtain a building permit for a Secondary Suite within the Town of Collingwood. Additional information may be required depending on the application type and individual circumstances.
Your drawings must be drawn to scale and clearly show what is existing and the changes you're proposing. We may request additional information when your application is reviewed.
For secondary suites (including basement apartments) you'll need to submit:
A copy of the site plan submitted for the Zoning Certificate application.
Complete floor plans of the existing house with room names clearly labeled.
Detailed floor plans for the proposed Secondary Suite, clearly labeled to show:
all room names and sizes
wall/ceiling finishes
location of all plumbing fixtures
location of the proposed exit for Secondary Suite
location of the basement egress window or other means of escape, if applicable
the location and construction details of the fire separation between the units
existing and proposed ceiling heights, including under bulkheads and over stairs
existing and proposed window dimensions, including total glass area
side elevations if adding new does or windows, including proposed lintel sizes
If proposing exterior stairs, the following additional information is required:
location of stairs/landing - include distances to property line(s) on the survey or site plan and floor plan
exterior stair design - detailed construction drawings will be required to be included in your application; in many cases, the design will be required to be stamped by a Professional Engineer
Properties served by a Septic System are required to have the existing system evaluated to ensure the new unit does not reduce the performance level of the Septic System.
Submit the complete permit application and all supporting documents using the Public Portal.
Privacy Notice
Please DO NOT include any personal information on your Building Plans (e.g., the homeowner’s name or phone number). Building Plans submitted for Permit are subject to disclosure in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).