Building Notices

Below are a list of topics that builders, developers, and homeowners should be aware of before planning to undergo any work. This may include notices about changes to the Ontario Building Code, or guidance based on common questions or misconceptions. If you are unclear about any regulations, please talk to staff in our Building Department, they are more than happy to answer questions and help you get the information you need.

For additional information on the most popular topics we receive questions about, be sure to check our our Building and Planning Information section.

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When you do (or don’t) need a Building Permit

Posted: Wednesday May 03, 2023

Obtaining a building permit is an important step to ensure that your project is built properly and safely, and that it adheres to any additional city policies. To assist you, staff have compiled a list of common building and renovation projects to help you determine if your project requires a building permit. A Building Permit […]

Demountable Stages now require a building permit

Posted: Monday April 03, 2023

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing made amendments to Ontario’s Building Code (O.Reg. 30/23) effective February 28, 2023. Building Permit Requirements As a result of these amendments municipalities must require Building permits for demountable stages and associated sound and lighting equipment towers. These stages must also comply with specific technical requirements for stage safety. […]

Change of Use Building Permits

Posted: Saturday January 21, 2023

If you are planning to change the way you use all or part of an existing building, you may need a Change of Use Building Permit, even if you are not planning any construction. 10(1) of the Building Code Act states: “Even though no construction is proposed, no person shall change the use of a […]

New building code requirements: Stair Dimensions, Guards, and Handrails

Posted: Tuesday January 11, 2022

Background Ontario Regulation 88/19, filed on May 2, 2019, provides amendments to the Ontario Building Code related to stairs, guards, and handrails. Applicants are encouraged to become familiar with the amendments to ensure that submissions comply with the new requirements. These changes are to further harmonize the Ontario Building Code with the 2015 National Code. […]

Soil Gas Mitigation in new Part 9 residential buildings

Posted: Friday January 07, 2022

Background A Recent Health Canada survey found that 19.4% of the houses evaluated in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark had levels of radon gas above Canada Health guidelines. Radon concentrations are more prevalent in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark because of the region’s unique rock formations that trap the radioactive gas. Radon is a colourless, odourless, and […]

Residential Lot Grading Requirements

Posted: Sunday March 21, 2021

The information contained herein serves to confirm lot grading submission requirements, lot grading design criteria and approval processes as outlined in the City of Brockville’s Drainage Bylaw 033-2004 (Bylaw to Amend Bylaw 113-91) Being a Bylaw to Regulate Drainage in the City of Brockville. Lot Grading Submission Requirements: Note: All submissions pertaining to lot grading […]

Tents, awnings, and canopies

Posted: Monday January 18, 2021

A building permit may be required for temporary tents, awnings and canopies. The following outlines the requirements for tents, awnings and canopies to ensure that residents, business owners, and events planners are informed of all municipal requirements to maintain public safety in accordance with statutory regulations. Tents, awnings, and canopies require a building permit unless […]