Walkout / Separate Entrance Permits in the GTA
Looking to Add a Separate Entrance to Your Side or Back Yard?
A separate or walkout entrance is commonly required when creating a legal second unit or
basement apartment.
There are zoning requirements to consider, but with the right drawings and guidance, it’s absolutely achievable, and we’ve got you covered.
To make sure everything is up to code, your side entrance must comply with the Ontario
Building Code.
The key requirement is that no part of the stairs, including the foundation wall, encroaches on the minimum required side yard setback, meaning the minimum distance your house must be from the side lot line.
To find out your property’s specific minimum required side yard setback, we can check your property’s zoning for you. With that information in hand, we’ll make sure your below-grade side entrance design is ready to move forward.
Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation on How You Can Rely on Our Expertise To Assist in Obtaining Your Permit Smoothly & at a Reasonable Cost.
What a Walkout Entrance Design Involves
A typical separate entrance permit project includes excavation and grading, egress window or door sizing, waterproofing, and the structural support needed to safely open a new below-grade entrance.
Permit Man prepares the full drawing package for city approval, so you know exactly what’s being submitted and why.
Serving the GTA, York, Durham & Peel
Permit Man designs walkout and separate entrance permits for homeowners across Toronto, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, Brampton, Ajax, Whitby, and the surrounding GTA, York, Durham, and Peel communities.
Trusted Engineering & Permit Services Across the GTA
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for a separate basement entrance?
Yes, creating a new separate or walkout entrance to a basement typically requires a building
permit, especially when it’s part of creating a legal second unit.
What's involved in a walkout entrance design?
Design typically covers excavation and grading, egress window or door sizing, waterproofing, and structural support, Permit Man prepares the full drawing package for city approval.
Ready to add a separate entrance to your home? Let’s get started and make sure everything is in line with the regulations, we’re here to help every step of the way. Call 647-408-5050.
