Building Services

Covid-19 Update - Building Permits/Inspections

Following the May 14, 2020 amendment to the Province of Ontario’s essential services list, the Township of Muskoka Lakes has resumed the issuance of building permits for construction sites within the Township.

Building Permits - Building permit applications will continue to be accepted via email or at the Municipal Office drop box. These applications will be processed and reviewed in accordance with the Ontario Building Code and applicable law.

Curbside Pickup of Issued Permits - As the Municipal Office remains closed to the public, curbside pickup of issued building permits from March 17th to the present date, will be available. Please call 705-765-3156 Ext. 244 to arrange a pickup time.

Building Inspections - Upon request, building inspections will occur for all construction, provided the Township can confirm that our building inspectors can safely enter and leave a site. This requirement will be confirmed at the time of booking the inspection and when the inspector arrives on site. For a list of site safety criteria, please view Development Services Department - Covid-19 Business Continuity.

Booking Inspections - Email your inspection request to the Development Services Department and include:
- Type of Inspection
- Permit Number
- Property Address
- Contact Name and Number

Development Services Department - Covid-19 Business Continuity

Additionally, questions regarding how to interpret the List Essential Workplaces can be directed to the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659.

The Building department can assist when you want to:

• Build, renovate or demolish
• Get a building permit 
• Request a building inspection
• Find out development charges on a property

Resources for building requirements:

• Homes, structures and garages 
• Renovations including Decks 
• Docks and boat houses 
• Forms, checklists, worksheets and reports 
• Septic systems 
• Ice Crossing