Building permit
A building permit is required for installing a wood burning fireplace or wood-burning appliance.
To apply or for more info, visit Building Permits
Gas permit or electrical permit
A gas permit is required for installing any gas fireplace or wood fireplace with a gas ignitor.
An electrical permit is required if there are any electrical services included with the fireplace (i.e., starter).
To apply or for more info, visit Trade Permits
Do it yourself
As a homeowner, you are able to get homeowner's permits for limited scope of work involving plumbing, electrical, gas and mechanical. To be eligible to apply for homeowner's permits:
- You must be doing the work yourself
- You must own and live in the home
- You must be capable of performing the work in accordance with the Safety Codes Act
- It must be a single family home (not a condo building or other multi-unit development)
Depending on the homeowner's permit you are applying for, other restrictions may apply.
To apply or for more info, visit Homeowner Trade Permits