Building in Norfolk County - Government

NEW Customer Service Locations

The Planning, Building, and Zoning customer service counters have moved to the Gilbertson Administration Building,12 Gilbertson Drive, Simcoe. Open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No appointment is needed. Read more

Norfolk County’s Building Department helps protect you, your home, and your community’s interests by ensuring a project is structurally sound and follows the Ontario Building Code, municipal zoning and other applicable laws.

The Building Department handles the permits required for new buildings, additions, renovating or altering existing buildings, plumbing, septic systems, and temporary structures.

The Building Department follows the Ontario Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code to review plans, inspect construction and issue permits and orders.

It’s essential to make sure you understand the regulations that may affect your project.

Find information about

Collection of Personal Information

Disclaimer Personal information submitted in e-mails to [email protected] is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Act, or for the purpose stated on the specific form being submitted through e-mail.

Zoning and Property Information Requests

2022 Zoning Verification and Property Information Request

Septic Information

The Norfolk County Building Department keeps septic records for properties within Norfolk County where a permit has been obtained to complete the work. Building Department records go back to 2006.

The property owner may request a copy of their septic records. The property owner will be asked for proof of identification and a recent tax bill to verify ownership.

Office Location

	Gilbertson Administration Building,12 Gilbertson Drive, Simcoe
	226-NORFOLK or 519-426-5870 Ext. 6016
	[email protected]

Hours

Office Hours

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Inquiries

For all inquiries general inquiries to the Norfolk County Building Department, please email [email protected]

Building Department — Annual Reports

In accordance with Section 7(4) of the Building Code Act, the Norfolk County Building Department publishes an annual building financial report.

Building Department Financial Statement 2022

Building Department Financial Statement 2021

Building Department Financial Statement 2020

Building Department Financial Statement 2019

Building Department Financial Statement 2018

Building Department Financial Statement 2017

Building Department Financial Statement 2016

Links

Ontario Building Code

Land Registry Office – Property Records

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

Ontario Onsite Waste Water Association - Resources for Homeowners

Ontario Building Official Association

Watch a playlist of our how-to videos about CityView Portal, an online portal you can use to apply for building permits, check the status of an application, request building inspections and submit Bylaw cases.

Demolition Permit Applicants -Reduction, Cancellation or Refund of Property Taxes:

If you or your builder/contractor have applied for a building/demolition permit which resulted in structures on your property being demolished, damaged, or renovated during the year, you may be eligible for a reduction in your taxes in accordance with Section 357 and/or Section 358 of the Municipal Act. Property owners are responsible for filing applications.

Please visit the Property Taxes page for eligibility criteria, filing deadlines and how to apply to apply. If you are a builder/contractor, who has applied for a demolition/building permit on behalf of a property owner, please ensure that the owner is provided this information.

If you have any questions, please call at 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, Ext. 1666 or email [email protected].

LINK: APPLICATION FOR TAX ADJUSTMENT UNDER SECTION 357 OR 358 OF THE MUNICIPAL ACT, 2001