Windows / doors Permit Checklist in Toronto, Ontario

Windows / doors permit checklist

Use a project-specific windows / doors permit checklist for Toronto, Ontario: documents, next steps, source review date and official references.

Focused project answerReviewed Oct 1, 2026

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New openingPermit required

Toronto lists new windows or doors where none existed before as permit-required work.

Official sourceCity of TorontoWhen Do I Need a Building Permit? · Permit-required and permit-exempt project examples

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Enlarged / relocated openingPermit required

Enlarging or relocating existing windows or doors is listed as permit-required work.

Official sourceCity of TorontoWhen Do I Need a Building Permit? · Permit-required and permit-exempt project examples

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Same-opening replacementCan be exempt

Certain houses can replace a window or door in the existing opening without a building permit when the City's listed conditions are met.

Official sourceCity of TorontoWhen Do I Need a Building Permit? · Permit-required and permit-exempt project examples

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The main guide keeps the permit trigger, zoning questions, documents, fees, timing and next steps together.