Toronto / Practical guide
What will your Toronto building permit cost?
Estimate selected building permit fees from the City’s 2026 schedule. The estimate covers one work category, not the entire project.
City of Toronto source reviewed 2026-09-30.
2026 schedule. A selected building permit fee only; drawings, related permits and other charges are excluded.
Flat fee for this category.
Confirm the work category with Toronto Building.
Toronto uses work-specific rates and, unless specified otherwise, a minimum permit fee of CAD 214.79. The calculator below supports four selected categories. Your application may include more than one category.
Design fees, plumbing or mechanical permits, zoning reviews and other charges are outside this estimate. Confirm your classification before budgeting.
Your next steps
- Choose the category closest to your proposed work.
- Enter area or length where required.
- Review the rate and exclusions with your designer.
- Confirm the total with Toronto Building before filing.
Reviewed 2026-09-30. Open the City page for current requirements.