Basements

Work

Do I Need a Permit?

 

Construct a basement walkout.

 

Yes

 

Excavate a basement to increase existing headroom (underpinning foundation walls).

 

Yes

 

Add a basement suite (e.g. additional unit/ apartment).

 

Yes

 

Finish basement, where changes result in structural, plumbing, HVAC, fire separations, new bedroom or window enlargements.

 

Yes

 

Repair/replace waterproofing for basements.

 

No