The following scenarios are examples of work that the City of Brampton Building Division
does not require a building permit to be issued for:
- installing siding on a small residential building, depending on the distance between the building and the property line, contact the Building Division for more details
- replacing asphalt shingles on a roof, without any alterations to the structure of the roof or building
- install eaves trough to drain water onto your own property
- damp-proof basements
- paint or decorate
- install kitchen or bathroom cupboards without changes to the existing plumbing
- erect a fence (except for fences around a swimming pool or hot tub)
- replace an existing forced air furnace where there are no alterations to the existing duct work
- electrical work (the Electrical Safety Authority must inspect electrical installations – 1-877-372-7233 or
http://www.esasafe.com)
If you are unsure if you need a building permit for your project, please contact the City of Brampton Building Division at 905-874-2401.
