Building and Renovating in Seguin
Seguin Township staff is here to support your building and renovating goals. We are pleased to offer residents, builders, and our business community the option to use Cloudpermit - an online system for building permits.
The Cloudpermit building permit system allows you to apply for and see the status of your application anywhere, at any time. You can start an application and finish it later, and receive email updates on the status of your permit application. You can even request building inspections!
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Step by Step Cloudpermit Guide
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| 1. Understand your property's zoning and any applicable zoning regulations such as permitted uses, required setbacks lot coverage etc. Consult the links below to acquire your property zoning and the by-law to determine the regulations that apply to the property. Our planning staff are available and are happy to assist with any clarifications you may require. It is most efficient to confirm that your proposal is compliant with the Zoning by-law prior to applying for a building permit.
Zoning Map
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| We encourage residents and builders to use our online Cloudpermit system. We will still accept email or in person submissions but please note they will be uploaded to Cloudpermit.
Building permits will be issued through Cloudpermit. |
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THE CORORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SEGUIN
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| Electronic invoices will be sent through Cloudpermit. We accept the following payment methods:
• Credit online through the Cloudpermit portal
• Cheque (payable to Seguin Township. Please clearly identify that the payment is for a building permit application and provide the building permit number.)
• Bank Draft *Please note that we cannot accept payments over the phone at this time |
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| Be sure you are prepared for your inspection by reviewing and completing the applicable inspection readiness checklists below. Please have a copy of your approved plans on site for the inspector. • Deck and Dock Framing Inspection Checklist • Pre-Backfill Inspection Checklist • Footing Inspection Checklist • Foundation Inspection Checklist • Underground Plumbing Inspection Checklist • Framing Inspection Checklist • HVAC and In-Floor Heating Inspection Checklist • Above ground Plumbing Inspection Checklist • Insulation-Vapour Barrier Inspection Checklist |
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| The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) requires approvals in the form of Land Use Permits and work permits for docks or boathouses when the proposed project fits one of the following descriptions: • The dock will be supported on a new crib structure that occupies 15m² or more of the lake bed (shore lands); • A work permit from the MNRF is required; • A crib structure occupying 15m² or more of the lake bed will be completely removed. A work permit from the MNRF is required;
• Any 1.5 storey boathouse that contains human habitation requires a Land Use Permit from the MNRF. In addition to the MNRF requirements above, any dock/boathouse that exceeds 10m² in area requires a building permit from the Township of Seguin. Any required MNRF approvals must be in place before a building permit can be issued. Structural review letters must be submitted with boathouse permit applications. If you have any questions, please contact the Building Department at the Township of Seguin office to discuss. The Ontario Building Code is the standard for the Township of Seguin. In addition, certain local controls have been adopted to ensure the orderly development of the Municipality. A building permit is legal permission to start construction knowing that the issued drawings comply with appropriate governmental regulations. In addition, the building permit helps enforce the requirements of the Building Code, Zoning By-law as well as other laws and standards to ensure compliance during construction as well as the safety of the building. • Sample Lot Coverage Calculation Building Permits are required for new buildings, renovations and additions including, but not limited to; adding a room, finishing the basement, building a garage, remodeling the interior of your house or replacing a deck. Please note that these projects must follow the requirements of Building By-law 2019-031 as well as the relevant provincial acts and regulations. |
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