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What does a basement apartment / secondary suite permit cost?

See the published permit fee information BuildRules has verified for a basement apartment / secondary suite project in Brampton, Ontario, with the source and limits visible.

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Focused project answerLast verified Oct 14, 2026
Published fee information

For the City of Brampton two-unit dwelling route, the currently published charges are $200 for registration plus $1,186.24 for the change-of-use building permit, or $1,386.24 combined. These are listed City fees, not a total project quote; design, construction, other approvals and possible inspection recall fees are extra. A separate Residential Rental Licence is required before operating an applicable 1–4-unit rental and its application and annual renewal are free. Verify the exact permit class and applicable charges with the City.

Use this as a municipal-fee reference, not as the total project budget. Design, engineering, related applications and construction costs are separate.

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Start with the intended use: family space, a separate dwelling, or a rental. ARU registration records the unit; an RRL licence addresses rental operation. Neither a contractor quote nor a property listing establishes approval for your address.

EligibilitySubject to zoning requirements and restrictions

Brampton permits second and third units in certain detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings subject to zoning.

Permit + registrationRequired route

Brampton states that ARUs must be registered and provides a building permit application process for two-unit dwellings.

InspectionRequired before completion

The process includes construction followed by mandatory inspections and occupancy/registration steps.

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EligibilitySubject to zoning requirements and restrictions

Brampton permits second and third units in certain detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings subject to zoning.

Official sourceCity of BramptonAdditional Residential Units · Second and third units, registration and permit process
Verified2026-10-01Open proof
Permit + registrationRequired route

Brampton states that ARUs must be registered and provides a building permit application process for two-unit dwellings.

Official sourceCity of BramptonTwo Unit Dwelling Registration Process · Step 2 fees ($200 registration + $1,186.24 two-unit permit), steps 1–3, inspections and occupancy
Verified2026-10-14Open proof
InspectionRequired before completion

The process includes construction followed by mandatory inspections and occupancy/registration steps.

Official sourceCity of BramptonTwo Unit Dwelling Registration Process · Step 2 fees ($200 registration + $1,186.24 two-unit permit), steps 1–3, inspections and occupancy
Verified2026-10-14Open proof
Rental operationSeparate licensing step

For a property rented as one to four units, a separate RRL licence is required before operating, subject to City exemptions. Applications and renewals are free. The City requires proof of at least $2 million liability coverage and the one-time landlord education module; renew the licence annually.

Official sourceCity of BramptonResidential Rental Licensing · Rental licensing process, insurance, education and non-rental declarations
Verified2026-10-14Open proof
2026 coverageAll Brampton wards

The City FAQ extends licensing citywide for rental properties with one to four units from January 1, 2026. Review listed exemptions for other property types.

Official sourceCity of BramptonResidential Rental Licensing FAQs · Citywide coverage from January 2026 and program exemptions
Verified2026-10-14Open proof
Two-unit City charges$1,386.24 listed

The City lists a $200 ARU registration fee and a $1,186.24 two-unit change-of-use permit fee. This combined amount excludes drawings, construction, additional approvals and possible inspection recall fees. Verify your actual permit class before paying.

Official sourceCity of BramptonTwo Unit Dwelling Registration Process · Step 2 fees ($200 registration + $1,186.24 two-unit permit), steps 1–3, inspections and occupancy
Verified2026-10-14Open proof

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