In-person Building Permit Submissions
A permit is your formal permission to begin construction or demolition. For any new structure, addition, plumbing, demolition or renovation, plans must comply with the Ontario Building Code, municipal zoning by-laws, and other applicable laws and regulations.
Permits regulate the type of construction allowed in the community and help to ensure building standards are met. The permit process protects each builder’s interests, as well as those of the community and helps to ensure that any construction and demolition is safe, legal and sound. More information about different building permit types is listed below.
To apply for a building, demolition or plumbing permit, complete the Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish and return it:
- In-person to the Building Services Department, 280 Picton Main Street, 2nd floor, Picton ON, K0K 2T0. Open Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
- By mail to County of Prince Edward Building Department, 332 Picton Main Street, Picton, ON, K0K 2T0
Residential Properties
All new structures, demolitions, additions, and renovations made on a residential property require an Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish.
To determine whether your project requires a permit, please consult the Residential Permit Application Checklist.
If you are unsure whether your project requires a permit, contact the Building Department at 613.476.2148. extension 2040.
If you are building a new home, in addition to the Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish the following forms must also be completed and submitted:
In addition to the above forms, you should also consult the Residential Permit Application Checklist for a better idea of the documentation required for your new home build to proceed.
Entrance Permits
Entrance Permits are required for the construction of any new driveways or driveway upgrades. Applications are assessed on site to identify traffic hazards, culvert requirements, etc. New driveways are then inspected to ensure construction meets the requirements identified in the initial assessment. At this time, a civic address (911 address) will be issued. To apply, please complete our entrance permit application.
In addition to entrance permits, the Engineering Department approves the location of any new utilities (e.g. telephone, natural gas, Hydro).
Commercial Properties
All new structures, demolitions, additions and renovations to commercial properties require an Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish.
There are a number of additional considerations for commercial properties when planning to build or renovate. For example, if you plan on altering the use of your commercial building, you need to submit an application. To better understand what kind of permits your project might require, please consult the Commercial Building Application Checklist.
Additionally, building or renovating signage may require a building permit. To get a sign permit, you need to submit an Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish like any other new structure or renovation. Along with the permit application, you will need to submit a diagram of the proposed signage and a site plan indicating where the signage will be placed.
If your property is located on Picton Main Street, you may be subject to rules and regulations contained within the Heritage Conservation District Plan. As a result, you may be required to submit a Heritage Permit alongside your Building Permit. To find out if you are within the Heritage Conservation District and to learn more about its implications, visit our Picton Heritage Conservation District page.
Additions and alterations or change of use of a commercial building may require Site Plan approval prior to approval of a building permit.
If you are unsure whether your project requires a permit, call the Building Department at 613.476.2148 extension 2041 or 613.476.2148 ext. 2042.
Municipal Consent Applications
Municipal Consents provide utility companies with the authorization required to occupy and install infrastructure within a specific location of the Municipal Right of Way. The primary utilities requiring Municipal Consents are electricity, gas, internet, cable TV and phone. The work requiring a Municipal Consent includes, but is not limited to; installing new infrastructure, performing maintenance on existing infrastructure, making additions/upgrades to existing infrastructure, and/or conducting work requiring hard surface cuts, excavating, directional drilling and/or boring. At this time, Municipal Consents are applied for using our Right of Way/Temporary Road Occupancy Permit application form. To apply, please complete our Right of Way/Temporary Road Occupancy Permit application.
Septic Systems
A septic permit is your formal permission to begin construction of a septic system. For any class of septic system, the plans must comply with the Ontario Building Code, municipal zoning by-laws, and other applicable laws and regulations.
To apply for a Septic System Permit, complete the Sewage System Application and the Schedule 2 – Sewage System Installer Form, and return:
- In-person to the Building Services Department, 280 Picton Main Street, 2nd floor, Picton ON, K0K 2T0, open Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
- By mail to County of Prince Edward Building Department, 332 Picton Main Street, Picton, ON, K0K 2T0
The cost of the permit will vary depending on the scope of the project. For information on costs, see the Fee Schedule.
Farm 911 Signs
Farm 911: Emily Project Access Point (EPAP) is a program to assign civic addresses to existing access points on both agricultural and vacant rural lands. The EPAP signs assist EMS with locating rural properties during an emergency.
Learn more about the importance of Farm 911 signs from the Farm 911 – The Emily Project
Applying for a Farm 911 sign
All applicants requesting an Farm 911: EPAP sign must submit an application to Development Services. All applications must include:
- $60.00 non-refundable fee for administrative and material costs.
- A sketch or site plan of the property, identifying the existing access point location(s) with distance to and in context with property line(s).
The applicant must be the property owner or must otherwise include a letter from the property owner designating the applicant as the property owner’s acting agent.
Download the Farm 911 application form and policy/procedures