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Shed / accessory structure permit checklist

Use a project-specific shed / accessory structure permit checklist for Burlington, Ontario: documents, next steps, source review date and official references.

Focused project answerReviewed Oct 1, 2026
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4 items to prepare for this project.

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Preparation checklist · Reviewed 2026-10-01

What to do next

  1. Measure gross floor area and number of storeys
  2. Confirm attachment and plumbing
  3. Start the Pre-Building Approval Application
  4. Submit the building permit package when a trigger applies

Official sources behind this page

SizePermit required above 15 m²

Burlington states that a shed or accessory building bigger than 15 square metres requires a permit.

Official sourceCity of BurlingtonSheds and Accessory Structures · Permit triggers, zoning and submission requirements
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Height / attachment / plumbingPermit required when any listed trigger applies

A structure taller than one storey, attached to another building or containing plumbing requires a permit regardless of size.

Official sourceCity of BurlingtonSheds and Accessory Structures · Permit triggers, zoning and submission requirements
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ZoningStill applies without a permit

The City states that accessory structures need to comply with the applicable zoning by-law even when a building permit is not required.

Official sourceCity of BurlingtonSheds and Accessory Structures · Permit triggers, zoning and submission requirements
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Pre-building approvalApplies to residential accessory structures

Burlington’s pre-building process reviews zoning and related City requirements for residential accessory-structure projects.

Official sourceCity of BurlingtonPre-Building Approval Application · Residential pre-building approval process
Verified2026-10-01Open proof

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