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Industrial, commercial and institutional building permits
The City of Brampton accepts all industrial, commercial, and institutional building permit applications online, for construction or change of use, using the Brampton Building and Business Portal.
Check the Zoning Provisions
- The City's zoning by-law governs how a building or parcel of land within the City of Brampton can be used.
- There may be limitations to the use of space, building location, parking requirements, etc.
- Ensure that your proposed use is permitted and that your proposed construction can be accommodated.
- City of Brampton Zoning By-Law On-Line
Check for Other Required Approvals
Approvals from other departments or agencies may be required before the Building Division can accept an application for or issue a building permit.
- Site Plan Control and Development Approvals
- Applicable Law - Supplemental Information
- Financial Contribution (Development Charges and/or Cash in Lieu of Parkland)
Finding a Qualified Designer
- In the province of Ontario, construction and change of use is regulated by the Ontario Building Code.
- The Building Code requires that the person or persons who prepare designs and documents for submission of an application for a building permit have certain qualifications.
- The Ministry of Municipal Affairs also keeps a record of qualified individuals. To search the qualifications of your designer, please use the Ministry website.
- Public Registry
Prepare Your Application and Apply Online
- All applications or revision applications for Industrial and Commercial are now accepted online.
- See Submission Requirements prior to starting your application.
- To apply online: Brampton Building and Business Portal
- New Building, Addition to Existing Building
- Unit Finish, Interior Finish
- Change of Use
- Demolition
- Signs
- Temporary Tents
- Back Flow Prevention Device
Book Your Inspections
- Once your permit has been issued you may begin construction.
- Several stages of the construction must be inspected and passed before you proceed to the next stage.
- If the building or use of the building is new, you will require an occupancy permit prior to occupying the space.
- For information on the required inspections please visit our Inspections Page.
Written from Brampton’s own pages as published on 19 October 2026. The municipality decides what a permit needs: confirm with it before you apply. Legal notice