Building and Planning Information

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. General: Lot grading shall be designed to conform in principle to […]

Update March 7, 2025: A public meeting was held on Tuesday March 4, 2025 relating to the Development Charge Background Study and Proposed Development Charge By-law for the City of Brockville. To view this meeting and for further information, please click this link. Comments may be submitted anytime up until a decision is made by […]

The 2024 Ontario Building Code came into effect on January 1, 2025. There’s a three month grace period until March 31, 2025, allowing the use of the 2012 Ontario Building Code for applications with drawings that were mostly done before January 1, 2025. Here’s a summary of the key changes which will affect the built […]

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 […]

The following are excerpts from Zoning Bylaw 050-2014, as amended, and Sign Bylaw 84-89, as amended as they pertain to regulations around Bed and Breakfast establishments in the City of Brockville. Zoning Part 1.0: Interpretation, Administration, and Enforcement, Subsection 1.10 Certificate of Occupancy No person shall change the use of any lot covered by this […]

The following contains excerpts from Sign Bylaw 84-89, as amended, pertaining to Real Estate Signs in the City of Brockville. Section 2.0: Definitions, Subsection 2.33 “Real Estate Sign” means a notification advising that a property is to be sold, rented or leased, and which may also indicate to whom a person should inquire with regard […]

Below you will find excerpts from Zoning Bylaw 050-2014, as amended, pertaining to regulations for Boarding, Rooming, or Lodging Houses in the City of Brockville. Zoning Part 1.0: Interpretation, Administration and Enforcement Subsection 1.10 Certificate of Occupancy No person shall change the use of any lot covered by this bylaw, or of any building or […]

Before creating or widening a driveway, a formal request outlining the proposed plan is required prior to proceeding with work. Additionally, all Planning Regulations must be met. Requirements: Letter outlining the proposed work to be completed: Who you are having cut the curb (if applicable) Surface material (asphalt, etc.) Note if anything is in the […]

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 […]

A secondary unit is a self contained dwelling unit within an existing house that contains a private kitchen, bathroom facilities, and sleeping area. Secondary Units are a good way to generate income from your property, make a separate space for a family member, and increase the local rental supply. Before you plan too far ahead, […]

Excerpts can be found below from the City of Brockville Zoning Bylaw 050-2014, as amended, to assist you with establishing a home occupation (more commonly referred to as a home based business). Part 1.0: Interpretation, Administration, and Enforcement, Subsection 1.10 Certificate of Occupancy No person shall change the use of any lot covered by this […]

If you are planning to install a swimming pool, hot tub or any other artificial body of water that may be used for swimming or bathing, you will need to obtain a building permit from the Building Department according to the Swimming Pool Bylaw #35-83. Complete a Building Permit Application. Click here to start your building permit […]