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Hunter Kerr
Building Inspector, Plans Examiner and Permit Clerk
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330 Wallace Avenue North, Listowel, ON N4W 1L3
T:: 519-292-2049
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You must submit an application for a building permit if you want to:

Construct a new building or structure;
Repair, renovate, add to, or demolish an existing building;
Install a swimming pool;
Build a deck;
Erect a sign;
Alter most building and structures on your property; or
Install a new septic system.

All applications are reviewed for compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Zoning By-law requirements.

Apply for a building permit online

The Municipality of North Perth Building Department has contracted Cloudpermit to provide an online building permit application service to residents and contractors in an effort to streamline the building permit process and reduce our carbon footprint.

Cloudpermit allows you to apply for and check the status of your application anywhere, at any time. You can start an application and finish it later, receive email updates on the status of your permit application, pay for your permit and even request building inspections.

To obtain a Building Permit you need to:

Register at https://ca.cloudpermit.com/login
Once registered, you can Login at https://ca.cloudpermit.com/login
Watch the instructional video below:

Applicant Guide

Cloudpermit Knowledge Base

No Computer? No Problem!

You can fill out an application on your mobile device, tablet or in person at the Listowel Fire Station.

How to arrange an inspection

A North Perth Building Official must inspect each major phase of a construction project to ensure the work follows the approved plans. A building permit includes a list of inspections the project requires.

It is a property owner's responsibility to ensure that the Municipality is contacted to request an inspection at least 24 hour before work continues, from one inspection stage to the next.

To arrange an inspection, please visit Cloudpermit.

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 Municipality does not review or inspect electrical work. Contact the Electrical Safety Authority at 1-877-421-2228 for electrical permits.

When is a building permit required for a tent?

If the area of the tent is greater than 60 meters squared (645 square feet)
Tents greater than 225 meters squared (2,421 feet square) must have the tent framing and anchorage system designed and the installation inspected by a professional engineer
All tent fabric must comply with CAN/ULC-S109 or NFPA 701 flammability standards

Septic Permit

The building department issues septic permits and conducts inspections within North Perth for:

New septic system installations
Alterations to existing systems
Failed septic systems

If you have any questions, contact the building department.

Forms and Fees

FAQ

Are there building/renovation projects that do not require a permit?

Fence Recommendations

Where can I get a building permit application form?

Fill out an online application for a permit to construct or demolish
Pickup a paper copy of the application form at the Listowel Fire Station
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Pre-registered Cloud Permit Applicants can apply for a building permit online

How much does a building permit cost?

The Building Department Fee schedule outlines all costs associated with building permits.