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The Township is currently working with a reduced staffing level in our Building Department. We are providing our Building Services with the support of staff from the City of Owen Sound and RSM Building Consultants.
Your continued support and understanding is appreciated.
All permits, permit enquiries and applications should continue to be made in the Townships Cloud Permit System.
All enquiries can be directed to the Township at building@georgianbluffs.ca, or by phone at 519-376-2729.
At this time, all building inspections will continue to be undertaken by RSM On the Townships behalf and can be booked via Cloud Permit. Inspections will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. 48 hour notice is required to arrange and inspection.
- All permits applied for before May 13th 2024 will be managed by RSM Building Consultants.
- Permits applied for on or after May 13th 2024 will be managed by the Township of Georgian Bluffs supported by staff at the City of Owen Sound.
Residents, contractors and builders SHOULD NOT contact the City of Owen Sound in respect to building in the Township of Georgian Bluffs. All enquiries should be directed to building@georgianbluffs.ca, 519-376-2729. Township staff remain available to help customers and will redirect questions as may be needed.”
The Township is currently working with a reduced staffing level in our Building Department. In order to ensure we continue to provide building services, all building permits and inspections are being managed by a consultant on our behalf, RSM Building Consultants. To help keep permitting process as smooth and efficient as possible, please submit building permits online through CloudPermit.
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At this time, all building inspections will continue to be undertaken by RSM On the Townships behalf and can be booked via Cloud Permit. Inspections will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. 48 hour notice is required to arrange and inspection.
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| Advice and General Inquiries |
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Residents, contractors and builders SHOULD NOT contact the City of Owen Sound in respect to building in the Township of Georgian Bluffs. All enquiries should be directed to building@georgianbluffs.ca, 519-376-2729. Township staff remain available to help customers and will redirect questions as may be needed.” |
Please Note: If you are seeking information regarding properties listed for sale in Georgian Bluffs for any potential imposed restrictions or for the possibility of future building on vacant lands, please visit the Planning tab on our website and complete the required Land Use Inquiry Form and remit the prescribed $150.00 fee. A representative from our Planning department will then respond to your inquiries in writing, as time allows. For further information in this regard, please contact our Planning department at Planning@georgianbluffs.ca.
Online Building Permit Applications
Pay For Your Building Permit Online
The online permit system allows you to apply for and to see the status of your application anywhere, anytime. Email updates will be sent on the status of your permit application, and once your application is approved, you can request inspections and receive email copies of all inspection reports.
First-time users must create an account by registering with an email address and agreeing to the terms of service.
Running into trouble with your application? Visit the CloudPermit support page for help.
Grading & Drainage Concerns in Relation to Buildings
All proposed new buildings in Georgian Bluffs require an engineered grading and drainage plan prepared by a qualified engineer, to be accompanied with every new permit application. Older areas within the community can sometimes pose drainage challenges for new building construction. Drainage systems typically consist of the eaves trough on the house, downspout, yard swales, and sometimes yard basins and stormwater pipes. It is not uncommon to have yard swales that run along a shared property line and receive drainage from abutting lands. Maintenance of swales along the common property line becomes a shared responsibility similar to that of a fence. Should you and your neighbour experience drainage issues due to improperly maintained drainage systems, it is preferred that you engage your neighbour and work together to resolve the drainage concern. Lots where the drainage system has been altered intentionally or by neglect may require the input/advice of a qualified landscaper.
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- Building Permit Application (Fillable)
- Stairs, Guards, & Handrails (January 1, 2022, changes to Ontario Building Code)
Building permits protect the interests and safety of individuals and the community. Through the Building Permit process, compliance with the Ontario Building Code, Official Plan, Zoning By-law and any other Applicable Law is reviewed. A building permit can usually be issued within 10 business days, provided that the application is complete and the drawings meet the requirements under the Ontario Building Code. Note: In some instances, approvals are necessary from the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority or the Niagara Escarpment Commission, which can lead to undetermined wait times. |
| Items Requiring Building Permits |
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| Facts to Know |
| No person can construct or demolish a building without first obtaining a permit from the Township.
Building permits are available online or at the Municipal Office located at 177964 Grey Road 18, south of Springmount.
An application is not considered complete unless all the appropriate drawings are received (2 sets), other applicable permits including septic, fill permits from the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority, entrance (Grey County, MTO,or Municipal), 911 number, water connection (if applicable) and other applicable law are obtained and received and all associated fees are paid.
Structures not requiring a building permit still must meet the Township's Zoning By-law and may need other approvals such as a permit from the local conservation authority.
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Personal information, as defined by Section 2 of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and in accordance with the provisions of MFIPPA. If you have questions about the collection, use or disclosure of this personal information please contact the Township Clerk.
Please note: building permits, drawings and plans are public information, subject to the conditions of the Township routine disclosure policy. Should you wish to object to routine disclosure of building documents, you must provide a notice of non-disclosure to the Township within 20 days of submission of your application.
Township documents can be made available in an accessible formats upon request.