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Windows / doors permit checklist

Use a project-specific windows / doors permit checklist for Ottawa, 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 existing and proposed openings
  2. Identify framing affected by the change
  3. Prepare scaled drawings
  4. Submit before structural opening work starts

Official sources behind this page

New windowPermit required

Ottawa lists new windows where there were none before among permit-required projects.

Official sourceCity of OttawaBuilding permit projects · Window, door, plumbing and foundation repair permit triggers
Verified2026-10-01Open proof
Enlarged openingPermit required

Enlarging a window or door opening is listed as permit-required.

Official sourceCity of OttawaBuilding permit projects · Window, door, plumbing and foundation repair permit triggers
Verified2026-10-01Open proof
Relocated openingPermit required

Relocating a window or door is listed as permit-required structural alteration work.

Official sourceCity of OttawaBuilding permit projects · Window, door, plumbing and foundation repair permit triggers
Verified2026-10-01Open 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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