Demolition permits

Check whether you need a permit

• Demolition permits are required when a building’s footprint will be decreased. This may be the entire building or only a portion of it.
• Exterior walls must be included in the scope of work.
• You need a Building Permit for demolishing any building greater than 10 m2 (≈ 108 sq ft) (108 ft2) in size.
• If you are unsure of what building permit type is most appropriate for your project, please contact the Building Counter at 905.475.4870 to confirm before submitting your application.

Prepare your plans0 of 8

• General Information2These requirements apply to all building permit types.
• Required Documentation2
• Site plan4

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Complete the forms5Download the set5 forms

• Building Permit Application Formnot required for ePLAN applicationsForm
• Permit Applicant Authorizationrequired when the Owner is not the permit applicantForm
• Applicable Law ChecklistChecklist
• Commitment to General Reviewif requiredForm
• 2024 OBC Transition DeclarationForm

Submit your application

• All applications for building permits, demolition permits, plumbing permits, certified models, shop drawings, Zoning Preliminary Reviews sign permits and pool enclosure permits must be submitted using ePLAN. Paper applications are no longer accepted.
• Applicant creates a Customer Account with Markham’s ePLAN system.
• Once logged into ePLAN, Applicant requests a new application. A non-refundable Pre-Application Fee of $100 must be paid before drawings can be uploaded.
• Applicant uploads drawings directly to ePLAN.
• Markham staff conduct a Pre-Screen review to confirm the project complies with our Submission Standards.
• Once the submission passes the Pre-Screen Review, it becomes a permit application. The date of application is the date that Pre-Screen is approved.
• All plans review and any required resubmissions are conducted electronically.
• When the permit is issued, login to download the approved plans and documents.
• Applicants are responsible for printing the permit card, permit placard and one (1) set of approved plans for use on site.

Pre-demolition inspection

• Prior to issuance of a demolition permit, a pre-demolition inspection is conducted.
• The purpose of this inspection is to confirm that the structure is vacant, the site is fenced in accordance with the Building By-Law and the building subject to the demolition exist.
• Demolition permits are not issued where there is no building on site or demolition of the building has commenced.

Pay the fee

• Building permit fees are estimated at the time of application.
• The estimate must be paid in full before plans review begins.
• Any balance owing must be paid before the permit is issued.
• Pre-Application Review: $100
• Single / Semi-detached dwelling: $758 each
• Accessory building serving residential housing: $253 each
• Complete / Partial / Interior Demolition: $0.22 per square metre (≈ $0.02 per sq ft) ($1,575 minimum fee)