Toronto, Ontario / Permit cost

What does a deck permit cost?

See the published permit fee information BuildRules has verified for a deck project in Toronto, Ontario, with the source and limits visible.

Focused project answerReviewed Sep 29, 2026
Published fee information

Toronto lists a $214.79 fee for Residential Decks, Porches and Carports, effective January 1, 2026. Recheck before filing.

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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Toronto lists decks more than 60 cm above ground as permit-required. An uncovered platform at or below 60 cm may not require a building permit if it is not part of a required exit and it complies with zoning. Property-specific zoning still needs verification.

PermitRequired above 60 cm

Toronto lists decks more than 60 cm (24 in) above ground as requiring a building permit.

ZoningProperty-specific

Setbacks and placement depend on the applicable zoning rules for the lot.

PlansDetailed drawings required for permit applications

Toronto asks for footing, beam/column, stair, guard and site-plan information for deck/porch permit applications.

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Official sources behind this page

PermitRequired above 60 cm

Toronto lists decks more than 60 cm (24 in) above ground as requiring a building permit.

Official sourceCity of TorontoWhen Do I Need a Building Permit? · Permit-required and permit-exempt project examples
Verified2026-10-01Open proof
ZoningProperty-specific

Setbacks and placement depend on the applicable zoning rules for the lot.

Official sourceCity of TorontoZoning By-law 569-2013 · Office consolidation with City-wide amendments through April 30, 2026
Verified2026-09-29Open proof
PlansDetailed drawings required for permit applications

Toronto asks for footing, beam/column, stair, guard and site-plan information for deck/porch permit applications.

Official sourceCity of TorontoDecks and Porches · Required documentation, online application and 2026 fee
Verified2026-09-29Open proof
Heritage / overlaysVerify separately

Additional constraints may apply and should not be assumed from a generic city page.

Official sourceCity of TorontoZoning By-law 569-2013 · Office consolidation with City-wide amendments through April 30, 2026
Verified2026-09-29Open proof

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