Project template
Your preparation checklist
Use it as a working list. The final submission still needs to match your actual scope and the City’s current requirements.
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What to do next
- Confirm which ARU type is proposed
- Check zoning/property eligibility
- Prepare and submit the complete building permit package
- Respond to deficiencies and complete inspections/occupancy
Official sources behind this page
Building permitRequired
Burlington states that creating one, two or three ARUs requires a building permit for the applicable renovation, addition or accessory building.
City of BurlingtonAdditional Residential Units · ARU building permit and zoning requirements
2026-10-01Open proof
ZoningMust meet applicable standards
The ARU application must meet the City’s zoning regulations and performance standards.
City of BurlingtonAdditional Residential Units · ARU building permit and zoning requirements
2026-10-01Open proof
Screening and review2-day screening; 10-day review after complete application
Burlington publishes a two-business-day screening target and a 10-business-day permit review target for a complete ARU application.
City of BurlingtonSteps to Build an Additional Residential Unit · Application screening, review, construction and occupancy
2026-10-01Open proof
Need the full project answer?
The main guide keeps the permit trigger, zoning questions, documents, fees, timing and next steps together.
Open the additional residential unit guide