A demolition permit is required to demolish any building that is larger than 15 square metres (161 sq ft) or any part of a building that is attached to an existing structure. A permit is not required for the demolition of a farm building provided it is associated with and located on land devoted to the practice of farming and does not contain residential occupancy.
Applying for a Demolition Permit
To submit an application for a demolition permit, please ensure you have the following documentation:
Submit your signed and completed application and form to ckbes@chatham-kent.ca.
For questions or more information regarding Demolition Permits, please call 519-352-8401 x 3215, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 am.
After the permit is issued by a Building Official, the demolition can commence. Once the demolition is complete, and the site is properly graded, the owner/agent is required to schedule an inspection of the Final Grading with the Building Official. The inspection can be requested by calling Building Development services at 519-352-8401 x 3215.
Will I need to hire a professional engineer?
An applicant is required to retain a professional engineer to undertake the general review of the project during demolition if:
- The building exceeds three (3) storeys in building height or 600m2 in building area
- The building structure includes pre-tensioned or post-tensioned members
- It is proposed that the demolition will extend below the level of the footings of any adjacent building and occur within the angle of repose of the soil, as drawn from the bottom of such footings
- Explosives or a laser or planned to be used during the course of demolition
If the building in question meets these criteria and requires an engineer's review, a General Review Commitment Certificate must be submitted before the permit being issued.
If you have any questions about a proposed project, give us a call at 519-352-8401 x 3215 for some assistance with the process.
