Inspections
It is the responsibility of the person to whom the permit has been issued to let the City’s Building Department know when they are ready for an inspection. A number of inspections at different stages of construction are required by the Ontario Building Code and are listed below
To book an inspection, please access our new digital building application process tool. Before you request an inspection, please watch the how to “Book Your Inspection” appointment video.
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Footing inspection |
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When the footings are formed in the excavation and before any concrete is poured. (Where clay area exists, A Type 2 (1 1/2") below grade foam should be installed around perimeter foundation. When the trench/pier holes are excavated for footings and before any concrete is poured. |
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Foundation and/or weeping tile |
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After foundation has been stripped of formwork and has been damp-proofed and weeping tile is in place and covered with 6" of stone. |
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Sewer Rough-In |
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When the exterior sanitary and storm sewers have been laid and filled with water and are ready for inspection (prior to backfilling). |
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Plumbing Rough-In |
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When the plumbing and interior waterlines have been roughed in and filled with water and are ready for inspection. |
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Framing Inspection |
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When the roof is shingled and the windows are installed, but before any insulation is installed. |
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Insulation Inspection |
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After insulation and vapour barrier is installed, but before wall finish is installed. |
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Pre-Occupancy |
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Prior to occupancy of a newly constructed dwelling or addition. |
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Completion |
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When all work is completed (Final Inspection). |
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