Demolition Permits

A demolition permit is required before you take down all or part of a building. 

The process is much the same as for a building permit; however, your application may be affected by special situations. For example, if a building has historical or architectural significance, it may be designated as a heritage building under the Ontario Heritage Act and Council approval from the City of Greater Sudbury will be required. In some cases, you must hire a professional engineer to oversee the demolition. The applicant must submit a Letter of Authorization (PDF 35 KB) from the property owner if applying on the owner's behalf. 

The basic minimum fee (subject to review) for a demolition permit is: 

• $108 for regular buildings or 

• $143 if building exceeds three storeys in building height or 6,458 square feet (under section 2.3.2.3(1) of Ontario Building Code).  

For all other buildings, a written estimate of the cost of demolition will be required. 

Clearance from the following internal departments and utilities must be obtained by the applicant prior to the issuance of a building permit: 

For the disconnection of water service: 

Water and Wastewater Services 

705-674-4455 Ext. 3663 

Utilities: 

Bell Canada 

6-1-1 to have service disconnected 

Greater Sudbury Utilities Inc. 

If you reside in Capreol, Coniston, Falconbridge or Sudbury - to confirm hydro service is to be disconnected go to 500 Regent Street, Sudbury, Ontario OR Call 705-675-7536. 

Hydro One 

If you reside in Garson, Skead, Wahnapitae OR in the areas of Onaping Falls, Rayside-Balfour, Valley East and Walden, contact 1-888-664-9376 

Enbridge 

To have your service retired, Building Services will request confirmation from Enbridge that service has been retired. 

Please provide as much lead time as possible, at least two to three (2-3) weeks before you dig.