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EligibilitySubject to zoning requirements and restrictionsConditional
Brampton permits second and third units in certain detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings subject to zoning.
City of BramptonAdditional Residential Units · Second and third units, registration and permit process
2026-10-01Open proof
Permit + registrationRequired routeConditional
Brampton states that ARUs must be registered and provides a building permit application process for two-unit dwellings.
City of BramptonTwo Unit Dwelling Registration Process · Zoning, permit, registration fee, permit fee and inspections
2026-10-01Open proof
InspectionRequired before completionInfo
The process includes construction followed by mandatory inspections and occupancy/registration steps.
City of BramptonTwo Unit Dwelling Registration Process · Zoning, permit, registration fee, permit fee and inspections
2026-10-01Open proof
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Fees and timing
TimelineConfirm the current municipal review stream after the application is accepted as complete.
FeesConfirm the current Brampton fee schedule for the exact permit class.
Next steps
- Check zoning eligibility
- Prepare the legal survey and drawings
- Apply through the ARU permit and registration stream
- Complete construction and mandatory inspections
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