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What to do next
- Check zoning eligibility
- Prepare the legal survey and drawings
- Apply through the ARU permit and registration stream
- Complete construction and mandatory inspections
Official sources behind this page
EligibilitySubject to zoning requirements and restrictions
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 route
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 completion
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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The main guide keeps the permit trigger, zoning questions, documents, fees, timing and next steps together.
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