If you'd like to demolish a building on your property, you need a building permit.
Apply for a permit
Complete and submit a building permit application prior to starting any demolition work on your property.
Fees
The following fees apply for a demolition permit:
- $81.90 for a class A demolition (simple cottage, garage, etc.)
- $220.50 for a class B demolition (requiring engineering)
Permit checklist
Please make sure to include the following information with your permit application:
- Schedule 1
- site plan
- Letter of authorization, if applicable
- any applicable approvals (Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Trent-Severn Waterway)
Tax rebates
You may be eligible for a property tax rebate if you demolish a building on your property that changes the property value. Learn more about the eligibility and how to apply.