Add a fireplace to my home, a guide

Township of Springwater 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, Ontario L9X 1A8 Phone: 705-728-4784 Fax: 705-728-2759

Website: www.springwater.ca

Department Extension Email

Building Services 2017 building@springwater.ca

Planning & Zoning 2019 planning@springwater.ca

BU-G003-03/19 March 10, 2019

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Notes:

1. For general information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions about

the building permit process (in Springwater), please review our Building

FAQs, a guide.

2. This information is provided for homeowners and contractors planning to

install a solid fuel (wood, pellet etc) burning appliance and/or chimney in a

Single Dwelling Unit only. Masonry fireplaces are not addressed in this

guide. For further information on such projects contact the Building

Department.

3. Although every attempt has been made to provide accurate information at

the time of printing, it is subject to change without notice and is provided as

a guide only. It is not intended to be used instead of current Municipal By-

laws or the current Building Code.

Please note that any installation of a non-masonry, solid fuel burning appliance (eg. Wood stove) shall comply with CAN/CSA-B365.

Updated: March 11, 2019

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Table of Contents:

Part 1: Permit Submission ......................................................................................... 4

Part 2: Permit Fees: .................................................................................................. 5

Part 3: Inspections .................................................................................................... 6

Part 4: Sample Documents ....................................................................................... 7

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Part 1: Permit Submission 1. What do I need to obtain a building permit?

For this project you will need to provide the following forms and support documents when you apply for a permit:

a) Forms:

Building Permit Application (Called “Application for a Permit to Construct or

Demolish”) including all Schedules and Declaration of Applicant (6 pages)

b) Support Documents:

Copy of deed (or proof or ownership if property recently transferred)

Letter of authorization (if homeowner is not personally making the application)

Front view/elevation drawing/sketch (2 copies) shows appliance, wall shielding, flue

pipe and chimney arrangements looking at it from the front.

Side view/elevation drawing/sketch (2 copies) shows appliance, wall shielding, flue

pipe and chimney arrangement looking at it from the side.

Top of plan view/elevation drawing/sketch (2 copies) shows appliance position in

the room, wall clearances and shielding and floor pad – from a “birds eye” view)

Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions (for solid fuel burning appliance)

Note: If any of the required information is missing when the application is submitted, the permit application may not be

accepted.

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Part 2: Permit Fees:

1. How much with the permit cost?

Building permit fees are determined by an established cost per square foot, and/or by

established flat fees as detailed in the current Building By-law. Plumbing and septic fees

are also assigned from this By-Law. The Fee Schedule is on the last few pages of the

Building By-law document.

Currently, all permit and permit related fees are due and payable when the building

permit is issued.

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Part 3: Inspections

1. What type of inspections will be required for my project?

The Building Permit that you post includes a list of inspections that are required for your

project. You will be asked to sign this when you pick up your permit. The inspections will

be marked; for this type of project they generally include Base, Fire Box, Chimney and

Final inspections. If other inspections apply to your project, they will be noted on the

Inspection Agreement. Please be aware of all prescribed inspections for this type of

project according to the Building Code.

2. Does my installer need to be W.E.T.T. certified?

Yes. Please ensure that the installer is W.E.T.T. certified as we will ask for a copy of the W.E.T.T. report following installation of your wood burning appliance.

W. Wood W.E.T.T. functions as a National Register

of individuals trained to install and inspect

wood burning systems in Canada.

E. Energy

T. Technology

T. Training

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Part 4: Sample Documents

1. Letter of authorization

2. Front View/Elevation drawing

3. Side View/Elevation drawing

4. Top or Plan View drawing

5. Manufacturer’s Specifications

Homeowners name(s)

21 Springwater Trail, Springwater, Ontario XXX XXX

March 11, XXXX

Township of Springwater Building Services 2231 Nursery Road Minesing, Ontario L9X 1A8 Re: Building permit application for the installation of a wood stove

at 21 Springwater Trail This letter authorizes [Name of contractor or company] to apply for a building permit install a woodstove in the basement at 21 Springwater Trail on our behalf. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 705-728-XXXX. Thank you. Sincerely,

Signature Homeowner(s) name Registered Property Owner

SAMPLE ONLY

Township of Springwater: Sample Woodstove Drawing

DESIGNER COMPANY NAME 123 Main Street, Anytown, Ontario 705-XXX-XXXX

Page 1 of 4 Drawn by: Designer Name Firm BCIN: 012345 Individual BCIN: 0547321 Date: March 11, xxxx

21 Springwater Trail – Side elevation

Township of Springwater: Sample Woodstove drawing

21 Springwater Trail – Front elevation

DESIGNER COMPANY NAME 123 Main Street, Anytown, Ontario 705-XXX-XXXX

Drawn by: Designer Name Firm BCIN: 012345 Individual BCIN: 0547321 Date: March 11, xxxx

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8”

21 Springwater Trail – Top elevation

Township of Springwater: Sample Woodstove drawing

DESIGNER COMPANY NAME 123 Main Street, Anytown, Ontario 705-XXX-XXXX

Drawn by: Designer Name Firm BCIN: 012345 Individual BCIN: 0547321 Date: March 11, xxxx

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Manufacturer’s Specifications

Please note that just as there are many types, sizes and shapes of wood burning appliances, there are also many different manufacturer’s specifications as each one is unique. A copy of these specifications should be given to you when you purchase your appliance. Please include this information with your permit application.

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