Do You Need a Building Permit in Toronto? The Rules, Fees and Timelines
What needs a permit, what is exempt, the 2026 fees straight off the City's schedule, the real review clock, and what building without one costs.
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David Brown
Editor & main author
David Brown is the editor of GTA Guide. He writes about the practical side of living in the Greater Toronto Area: what things cost, who to call, and what is worth your weekend.
Based in Toronto
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Do You Need a Permit to Remove a Tree in Toronto?
The 30 cm rule, the real 2026 permit fees straight off the City form, the ravine trap, and what a Toronto tree bylaw fine costs.
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