Item - 2021.NY27.18

North York Community Council directed that:

1. The Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building report to the next meeting of North York Community Council on the requirements for posting building permits on residential construction sites and the penalties if any Building Permits are not displayed.

It is important that city-issued Building Permits be displayed on the site in a location and easily readable manner to ensure that the public is able to access the information and be assured that any residential construction requiring a Building Permit has been issued and is clearly posted. The public needs to know that the construction is being carried out in compliance with all city rules and regulations and be provided with the permit number to reference when contacting the city.

There are a number of construction sites in my Ward where there is no visible Building Permit.  I would like to know what the requirements for posting are, whether they are being followed up by our Inspectors to ensure compliance with positing if required, and what penalties are assessed for failure to post the permits in a publicly accessible location.