Building

Building Department

Central Frontenac Township's Building Department ensures that all building activities adhere to applicable regulations.

In an effort to make the permit process as convenient as possible, most applications can be downloaded from our website by accessing the tabs to the left. Permit packages are also available at our municipal office and contain all of applications required for various types of projects.

Why are Building Permits Required?

Building permits are required to ensure that all buildings are constructed in a safe and healthful manner in accordance with the Ontario Building Code, the Township of Central Frontenac Zoning By-law, as amended, and all applicable laws. They are also required to ensure that a new use in an existing building does not interfere with life and structural safety elements in the existing building.

Building Permits

Payment Options

• In person at the Township of Central Frontenac Office by cash, cheque or debit;

• By credit card by clicking here.

Returned/NSF Payments

If your bank returns a cheque or pre-authorized payment, it will result in a fee of $25 to your tax account.

Building By-Law and Fees

To view the full version of the 2024 Building By-Law click the link below.

Building By-Law

Building By-Law Fees

Building permit application

All building permits use the same application form. The only thing that varies per application is the required forms and information. All additional forms can be found in the Additional Forms section below. All building permit applications can be sent to: ds@centralfrontenac.com

Building Permits

Building permit application

Additional Forms

Plans required

Site plan including location of proposed building, septic system, other buildings on the property, distances to lot lines, distances to high water mark, drainage plan.
Survey (if required)
Heat Loss/Gain, Duct Design and Ventilation design completed by Qualified HRAI Designer
2 copies of complete plans including:

Elevations – all sides
Foundation Plan
Floor plans (all floors) - indicate room use
Sections – include dimensions, height, construction material, etc.
Wall details
Roof truss layout and/or floor truss layout

Approvals from other agencies

Conservation authority approval (When required)
Quinte Conservation, Rideau Valley Conservation, Mississippi Valley Conservation
Entrance Approval from MTO (applies to properties accessed from Highway #7 only)

The items in the above list may be required for a complete permit application. Upon review of the application, the Building Inspector may require further documentation or clarification.

Guides

Septic System Permits

Visit the Sewage Systems page to view all permits and documents relating to septic systems.

Reports

Click here for the E-Permit Portal

Conservation Approval

Sometimes, you will require a work permit if you are in your conservation authorities’ regulated area. Before submitting your permit, confirm with your conservation authority that you do not need to acquire a work permit before building.