Base on the scope of work below:
- Measurement and Site plan
- Structural drawings stamped by an engineer
- Existing and Proposed architectural drawings
- Site inspection
When a Basement is used as a "secondary Suite" ?
Finished basement is used as additional living space as part of the entire house. In this case basement cannot be rented or used as a separate unit. You must apply for a building permit to create a new second suite.
All new second suites must comply with the Ontario Building Code, residential zoning by-laws, and property standards. Any new construction will require a permit and inspections.
You Need Basement Entrance Door ?
you can change the feel of your basement simply by adding a walkout. The legal basement needs to separate entrance door .
The requirements exist to help you easily escape your basement in the event of a fire of other emergency.
A walkout basement enhances your emergency escape options. Escaping through a window is difficult but possible. However, escaping through an exit door is quicker and safer for everyone.
Advantages to Permitting a Legal Basement is that:
legalizing secondary suites means that a municipality can have control over the health and safety conditions in such units
Secondary unit help to make homeownership reasonable for first-time homebuyers by balancing a portion of the home loan costs
Legal Basement turn out extra revenue and security for more established families, allowing them to stay in their homes longer
secondary suites are a means by which low-income people can find dwellings offering fewer housing services
What We do?
PERMIT MAN specializes in legal basement permit drawings & second suits permit services with years of experience in Toronto, Vaughn, Oakville, Thornhill, Hamilton, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, …
Free consultation at your home
Zoning Application
Preparation Architectural drawings including : Site Plan, Basement Plan ( Existing & Proposed), Elevations, Sections, Details, Construction Notes , …
Specify the Location of the Side Entrance and Below Grade Entrance
Legal Basement permit processing
What Makes Us The Best Choice?
Design is completed in 2 or 3 business days.
We provide cost efficient design solutions that complies with OBC
We don’t submit legal basement permit application until you are satisfied
We guarantee on-time project completion.
We prioritize 100% customer satisfaction.
If you are going to provide general information and list the required documentation, forms and fees required for submitting an application for a Building Permit, please refer to following Links:
