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Permit guideWhitchurch-StouffvilleBuilding PermitsAdditions & Alterations

Residential alteration permits

You need a permit if you are making alterations to the inside of your house, including interior alterations to replace a load bearing wall with a beam.

From Whitchurch-Stouffville’s own page, checked Oct 2026.

  1. Check whether you need a permit

    • Alterations to the inside of your house need a permit.
    • This includes interior alterations to replace a load bearing wall with a beam.

  2. Prepare your plans0 of 6

    You need to include the following plans in your application package:

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  3. Complete the forms3

  4. Submit your application

    • Online, through the Town's Permit Portal
    • Or by email
    • Fast Track Program

  5. Pay the fee

    • $0.65 per square foot (≈ $7.00 per m²)
    • $220 minimum
    • Cash, cheque or debit

Written from Whitchurch-Stouffville’s own pages as published on 16 October 2026. The municipality decides what a permit needs: confirm with it before you apply. Legal notice

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