Building Permits

Building permits must be obtained before you start work on a new construction or demolition project. Building permits are for the safety of the home owner and any future owners of the property and provide information to MPAC in order to keep property assessments current.

David Barton
Chief Building Official
Earlton, ON
P0J 1E0
cbo@tembuild.com
705-563-2426

For more information please visit http://www.tembuild.com/

Code of Conduct for Building Services

When do I need a permit?

Permits are normally required for:

any addition to an existing structure
any new structure over 161 square feet (12x13)
porches or decks over 24” high
decks that are attached to existing building
carports and garages
structural alterations to existing building

installing a woodstove or fireplace

existing building adding windows or doors
increase in size of existing windows/doors
creating an apartment
altering or adding any plumbing
demolishing any structure over 108 square feet
signs; All signs require a permit except for; signs for regulating traffic, signs in display windows, small signs displayed for directions of the public (directional restroom signs) or signs painted directly on a building

*please contact the township office for clarification if needed*

Building Permits

Code of Conduct for Building Services

When do I need a permit?

Permits NOT normally required for:

How do I get a Permit?

A Guide to Building within the limits of the Temiskaming Municipal Services Association:

Attached Decks Specs & Floating Deck Specs:

Garage or Shed:

Demolition:

New Home (Single Family Residence):

Addition to a Single family Residence:

Commercial Construction: