The 2024 OBC changes included the following factors;
- Housing supply and innovation
- Health and safety
- Cost
- Reduce red tape
- Better buildings
Before You Start...
Prior to the start of any construction or renovation project, individuals (or those acting on behalf of or representing an individual) should meet with Building Department staff in order to ensure all proper documentation and procedures are in place prior to the construction or renovation.
Ontario Building Code: Key Changes Effective January 1
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) announced a new 2024 Ontario Building Code (OBC) which will be effective starting January 1st, 2025. Along with the efforts of harmonization among Provincial Codes and the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), one of the desired goals is to reduce red tape and construction barriers.
Key Changes Effective January 1, 2025
The 2024 Building Code comes into effect on January 1, 2025, with a three-month grace period until March 31, 2025, for certain designs that are already underway.
Please take careful note of the following transition period dates:
Up to December 31, 2024
- Permit applications must be submitted using the 2012 Building Code.
January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025
- Permit applications may be submitted using the new 2024 Building Code.
- Permit applications may be submitted using the 2012 Building Code if the applicant demonstrates that their working drawings were substantially complete by December 31, 2024.
April 1, 2025
- Permit applications must be submitted using the 2024 Building Code.
The Municipality of South Glengarry encourages all developers, contractors, and homeowners to familiarize themselves with the upcoming changes to ensure a smooth transition.
For more information about the changes to the Ontario Building Code, please contact the Municipality’s Building Department by phone at 613-347-1166 ext. 2205.
Building Permits
A Building Permit regulates construction in the community so that health, fire, structural and general safety standards are met and adhered to.
Under the direction of the Chief Building Official, the Township's Building Department authorizes the issuance of Building Permits in compliance with the Ontario Building Code, as well as the Township's current Building By-law
It is illegal to begin work without a building permit. Anyone who does so is in contravention of the Township's Building By-law and the Ontario Building Code, and subject to financial and legal consequences.
Applications
The Township now offers two ways to apply for a Building Permit. Residents can take advantage of Cloudpermit, an online system which is the most efficient way to apply for and track your building permit. A fillable PDF Building Permit Application can be downloaded and either delivered to the Township Office or emailed directly to the Building Information Officer BUT Cloudpermit is the fastest and easiest way to submit your application.
Select and complete the appropriate document(s) and form(s) for your construction or renovation project. Completed documents can be submitted at the Township Office with the appropriate fee(s)
The Building Department makes every effort to ensure an efficient turnaround time for permit approval. It is important to submit a complete application in order for the review and approval process to be completed as quickly as possible. Incomplete or incorrect applications may result in delays.
NEW! Cloudpermit Online System
You can apply for your building permit through Cloudpermit or pay for it online:
Permits
The Township of South Glengarry requires permits and licenses for certain activities. If you are unsure whether or not your project or activity requires a permit or license please contact the Township office and our staff will gladly assist you.
Contact the Community Planner to schedule a pre-consultation meeting for any planning applications.
Can be made by e-mail, by regular mail, or by placing them in an envelope and leaving them in the mail box by the main entrance door at the municipal office located at 6 Oak Street in Lancaster.
Can be arranged by appointment only. Please call 613-347-1166 ext. 2205 or e-mail to schedule a telephone or Teams meeting with staff.
Can be arranged by appointment only. Please call 613-347-1166 ext. 2205 or email to schedule a time.
Can be scheduled by calling 613-347-1166 ext. 2205 or by e-mailing your request. Please remember to include the permit number, address of the project and stage of inspection. We ask that you respect social distancing of 2 metres while building officials are conducting an inspection.
When booking an occupancy inspection, please refer to the Occupancy Inspection Checklist
Permit Applications & Information
Accelerated High-Speed Internet Program (AHSIP)
Participants please contact our Infrastructure Department to obtain details on how to apply for a Municipal Consent & Work-In-Right-Of-Way.
Building Permit Application (Cloudpermit Online Permitting System)
The Cloudpermit building permit system allows you to apply for and to see the status of your application anywhere, at any time. You can start an application and finish it later, and receive email updates on the status of your permit application. You can even request building inspections!
Building Permit Applications (PDF)
New Residential Construction - Required for all eligible construction or demolition projects.
Residential Accessory Buildings - Required for Accessory Buildings (garage, shed, secondary dwellings, etc.)
Residential Interior Renovations
Additional Resources
Contact Us
Township of South Glengarry
6 Oak Street, PO Box 220
Lancaster ON K0C 1N0
Phone: 613-347-1166
Fax: 613-347-3411