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North York Community Council · 2021-11-23 · 2021.NY28.28

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Requirements for Posting Building Permits

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2021-11-23 · North York Community Council · deferred

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North York Community Council deferred consideration of Item NY28.28 to its meeting on January 4, 2022.

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The purpose of this report is to respond to the request from the North York Community Council that the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, report to the North York Community Council on the requirements for posting building permits on residential construction sites, and the penalties if building permits are not displayed. The report identifies that the requirements for posting building permits are contained in the Ontario Building Code and that a range of enforcement tools are available to building inspectors in order to achieve compliance under the provincial legislation.

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In an effort to strengthen communication with the public about residential construction projects, Toronto Building has also enhanced access to information about building permits on properties, through its building permit search webpage. The Division also introduced requirements under the Toronto Municipal Code for a public notice to be posted on residential infill construction sites where permits have been issued. This mandatory public notice contains information about the City's by-laws and building permit information beyond the limited information contained on the building permit card.

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The Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building recommends that the North York Community Council: 1. Receive this report for information.

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