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When applying for a permit to construct a deck you will be required to supply, at minimum, the following documents:

1. Architectural building plans.
2. Schedule 1: Designer Information completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
3. Site Sketch or Drawing showing the location of the deck, distance to property lines as well as location of well and septic.
4. Site Plan Control Agreement.
5. Letter of Authorization.

Other documents or approvals that may be required prior to building permit issuance.

1. If your property is within the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's regulated area, you will require their approval.

Permit Fees collected:

• Building Permit: refer to Fees and Charges.

When applying for a permit to construct a dwelling addition you will be required to supply, at minimum, the following documents.

1. Architectural building plans.
2. Schedule 1: Designer Information completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
3. Energy Efficiency Design Summary (EEDS) completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
4. Site Sketch or Drawing showing the location of the addition, distance to property lines as well as location of well and septic.
5. Site Plan Control Agreement.
6. Letter of Authorization.

Other documents or approvals that may be required prior to building permit issuance.

1. Septic permit issued by the County of Northumberland.
2. Entrance permit issued by Hamilton Township Public Works or the County of Northumberland as the case may be.
3. If your property is within the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's regulated area, you will require their approval.

Permit Fees collected, if applicable:

• Building Permit: Refer to Fees and Charges.
• Occupancy Permit: $100.00.
• Plumbing Permit: Based on fixture count as determined by the County of Northumberland Septic Inspector.

When applying for a permit to construct a deck you will be required to supply, at minimum, the following documents.

1. Architectural building plans.
2. Schedule 1: Designer Information completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
3. Site Sketch or Drawing showing the location of the garage, distance to property lines as well as location of well and septic.
4. Site Plan Control Agreement.
5. Letter of Authorization.

Other documents or approvals that may be required prior to building permit issuance.

1. If your property is within the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's regulated area, you will require their approval.

Permit Fees collected:

• Building Permit: Refer to Fees and Charges.

When applying for a permit to construct a deck you will be required to supply, at minimum, the following documents.

1. Architectural building plans.
2. Schedule 1: Designer Information completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
3. Site Sketch or Drawing showing the location of the porch/carport, distance to property lines as well as location of well and septic.
4. Site Plan Control Agreement.
5. Letter of Authorization.

Other documents or approvals that may be required prior to building permit issuance.

1. If your property is within the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's regulated area, you will require their approval.

Permit Fees collected:

• Building Permit: Refer to Fees and Charges.

When applying for a permit to construct a deck you will be required to supply, at minimum, the following documents.

1. Architectural building plans.
2. Schedule 1: Designer Information completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
3. Energy Efficiency Design Summary (EEDS) completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design, if applicable.
4. Site Plan Control Agreement.
5. Letter of Authorization.

Other documents or approvals that may be required prior to building permit issuance.

1. Septic permit issued by the County of Northumberland, if applicable.

Permit Fees collected, if applicable:

• Building Permit: Refer to Fees and Charges.
• Plumbing Permit: Based on fixture count as determined by the County of Northumberland Septic Inspector.

When applying for a permit to construct a single detached dwelling you will be required to supply, at minimum, the following documents.

1. Architectural building plans.
2. Schedule 1: Designer Information completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
3. Energy Efficiency Design Summary (EEDS) completed by the person/agency that is taking responsibility for the design.
4. Site Sketch or Drawing showing the location of the additional residential unit, distance to property lines as well as location of well and septic.
5. Site Plan Control Agreement.
6. Letter of Authorization.

Additional information to help in the application and permit process can be found in our Additional Residential Unit guide.

Other documents or approvals that may be required prior to building permit issuance.

1. Septic permit issued by the County of Northumberland.
2. Entrance permit issued by Hamilton Township Public Works or the County of Northumberland as the case may be.
3. If your property is within the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's regulated area, you will require their approval.
4. Well Certification Report per Section 5.2 g) ii of the Zoning By-law which indicates well yield and quality and offers recommendations to mitigate any deficiencies noted within the report.

Permit Fees collected, if applicable:

• Building Permit: Refer to Fees and Charges.
• Occupancy Permit: $100.00.
• 911 sign and pole: Refer to Public Works Fees and Charges.
• Plumbing Permit: Based on fixture count as determined by the County of Northumberland Septic Inspector.