Septic System Permit Guide With App Law Innisfil

Version 4- March 2013
Septic System Permit

Guide For
Homeowners

Town of Innisfil
Building Services
Tel: 705-436-3710 ext. 3504 or 3506
Fax: 705-436-7120
2101 Innisfil Beach Road, Innisfil, ON L9S 1A1
Website: www.innisfil.ca

Town of Innisfil
A Building Permit Guide for Homeowners
March 2013


WHY DO I NEED A PERMIT?

Private sewage systems require building permits to ensure public and personal safety.
The standards for installing, repairing or replacing septic system are contained with in
the Ontario Building Code, specifically, Part 8. The Building Code is Provincial
Regulation administered by the Housing Development and Buildings Branch of the
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Under the Building Code Act, local
governments are given authority for the enforcement of the Ontario Building Code.

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing maintains a web site which contains
useful information about the Ontario Building Code at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca.

It is the homeowners responsibility to ensure that a building permit is obtained
when required.

WHEN DO I NEED A PERMIT?

The following is a list of when building permit is required for a septic system:
install a new system
repair an existing system
replace part or all of your existing system

AS A HOMEOWNER WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?

If you are the homeowner and plan to add or make changes your septic system there
are three (3) major areas that you need to be aware of before making your application
or hiring professional designers.

1. Design Professionals

When hiring any design professional (whether this is a professional engineer or
designer), you need to know that the newest legislation require these people to be
qualified and registered with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. You can
check prospective professional status by phoning the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing or by using their Public Registry (QuARTS). There are certain design groups
that are not required to be qualified. Before hiring a designer or an engineer, be sure
to confirm their registration and certification.

MMAH Contact Information
By Phone 1-416-585-6666
Online (QuARTS) www.mah.gov.on.ca

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The Ontario Architects Association has a parallel system and administers their own
registration system called Building Code Designation System (BCDS). Before hiring
an Architect you should visit their website and use the Find Architect feature to look for
an Architect and to confirm their registration and certification.

OAA Contact Information
By Phone 1800-565-2742
Online (BCDS) www.oaa.on.ca

As the owner of the property and the applicant for a building permit you are
responsible for ensuring that you have hired qualified professionals. Your permit
cannot be issued if you employ non-registered professionals, where registered
professionals are required. By hiring a qualified professional designer you can be
assured that they have passed examinations that confirm their knowledge of the
Building Code. Further, these people may also be required to carry liability insurance.

The only people that are able to design a septic system are:
The property owner on title
A registered installer
A designer with On-site Sewage qualification

2. Applicable Law

Applications for a building permit cannot be issued where the application would be in
contravention of Applicable Law. Applicable Law is any legislation deemed
applicable to your application. For example, you may be constructing something with
in a prescribed distance of a flood plain. Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
and Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority may have legislation in place that
requires their approval. You would need to get approval from the appropriate
Conservation Authority before your submission for a permit is deemed complete.

It may not be feasible for you as the homeowner to know every piece of legislation that
may affect your application. You will most likely be making a couple of trips to the
Building Services where staff will assist you in determining Applicable Law and the
steps that you will have to take prior to submitting you application for your building
permit.

3. Complete Submissions

When you are ready to make your application, you will be asked to make a declaration
regarding a Complete Submission. By declaring a complete submission, you are
telling us that you are employing only qualified design professionals (where required),
your drawings are complete and meet all the requirements set out in our Building
Bylaw and Building Code regulations, and that you comply with all Applicable Law.
When you declare you have made a complete submission, we are bound by the new
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legislation to either issue your permit or give you a complete list of deficiencies within
a prescribed time period.

OTHER APPROVALS

In addition to a building permit, you may require other approvals. Our Building
Services staff will let you know which approvals are necessary. Some common
approvals are listed below:

1. Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority approvals may be required if your
property is located in a flood plain or is adjacent to any watercourse. You can contact
the Authority at 905-895-1281 or www.lsrca.ca .

2. Nottawassaga Valley Conservation Authority
Nottawassaga Valley Conservation Authority approvals may be required if your
property is located in a flood plain or is adjacent to any watercourse. You can contact
the Authority at 705-424-1479 or www.nvca.on.ca .

3. Site Plan Control
If your property is in an area subject to site plan control, you will have to submit an
application for site plan approval to Development Engineering Sevices, please contact
Customer Service at 705-436-3710. Most Commercial and Industrial zones as well as
any residential properties zoned one of the following:
A. Residential Townhouse Zone,
B. Residential Multiple Zone
C. South Shore Woods contained in Subdivision Plan M-788
You are required to have a site plan agreement approved prior to applying for a
building permit.

4. Ministry of the Environment -MOE
If you are proposing a sewage/septic system that is larger than 10,000 litres per day,
or is not fully contained on the property, it will now be reviewed as a sewage works by
the Approvals Branch of the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) under the Ontario
Environmental Protection Act. You may contact them at 705-739-6441 or 1-800-890-
8511for more information.

5. Any other Applicable Law pursuant to the 2006 Ontario Building Code
The Applicable Law Checklist can be found -attached. Each application for a building
permit is unique and the applicable law that will apply to yours will vary.

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PREPARING YOUR APPLICATION

Prepare drawings which accurately illustrate the septic system you propose. Develop
your ideas on paper with to scale site plans and specifications and/or have a qualified
designer transform your sketches into proper plans. If you have a designer complete
your to scale drawings please refer to the table of Qualification Requirements.
Attached are some examples of site plan and cross-section drawings.

SITE PLAN

If you require a formal Site Plan Agreement or not, as referred to earlier, you will need
to submit a site plan with your application. A site plan identifies buildings and other
features in relation to property boundaries. The site plan should identify your existing
house and proposed changes.

Most of the information required for a site plan can be found on your property survey.
You may have received one when you bought your home. If not you may need to hire
a surveyor. Please contact the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors at 416-491-
9020, Toll Free 1-800-268-0718 or www.aols.org/home.asp .

The following information should be shown on the site plan:
Title and scale
North arrow
Overall building dimensions of all structures on the property
Property lines and dimensions
Proposed or existing septic system
Rights-of-way and easements
Setbacks to all property lines from existing and proposed structures
Distance from all structures to septic system components
o Minimum distance from a septic tank (treatment unit) is 1.5m (5 feet)
o Minimum distance from a septic bed (distribution piping) is 5m (161/2
feet)
Street Name
Location of Overhead Power Lines
Location of above or In-ground Pools in relation to the septic system
Locations of wells including wells on neighbouring properties in relation to the
septic system
Locations of other water courses in relation to the septic system

CROSS-SECTIONS

A cross-section presents a view of a septic along an imaginary cut, showing the
components and exposing what is hidden beneath the ground. The following
information should be shown on a cross-section:
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Title and scale
Dimensions and location of components
Existing and proposed grade

RELEVANT DETAILS AND DOCUMENTATION

More detailed drawings or further documentation maybe necessary to fully explain a
particular aspect of your project which varies from conventional construction practices.

SUBMITTING MY APPLICATION

A building permit application is available at www.innisfil.ca or at the Town Hall,
Customer Service, Lower level, 2101 Innisfil Beach Road, Innisfil, Ontario, L9S 1A1.

If you would like a form mailed or faxed to you please call Building Services at 705-
436-3710 extension 3504 or 3506.

Your completed application package should be brought to Customer Service during
working hours Monday to Friday between 8:30 & 4:30. If you have any questions the
Permit Processor will walk you through your application package to ensure that it has
all of the following components:

An example of a Complete Building Permit Application:

1. Two sets of fully dimensioned and scaled installation plans (depending on the
project site plans, cross section)
2. A building permit fee in cash, Interac or cheque payable to the Town of Innisfil.
The fees are determined by staff at Building Services and are based on the fees,
determined in the Building by-law. The fee will be calculated by the Building
Services Department.
3. Permit Application to Construct or Demolish must be fully completed (all fields
filled in).
4. Designer who has prepared drawings must be qualified /registered.
5. The Designer or homeowner must complete all fields of the Schedule 1 of the
permit application Licensed Installer or designer must complete all fields of the
Schedule 2 of the permit application if applicable.
6. Home Builder /Vendor must be registered under TARION if applicable.
7. Plans / information submitted must comply with the Ontario Building Code.
8. Must be in compliance with applicable laws.
9. Applicable Agreements must be executed, such as Site Plan Control, Committee of
Adjustment and Subdivision Agreement or any other agreement.

Please note when a complete application is submitted to Building Services, your plans
will be reviewed and you will receive a response within the timeframe stipulated by the
Province as to whether your permit will be issued or denied.

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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

After the Permit Processor has reviewed your application and considers it complete, it
is reviewed by Building Services. In Ontario a permit application must be reviewed
within a prescribed time period starting the day after Building Services deems it
complete.
Each application will be thoroughly reviewed and will receive either:
1. a request for additional information listing out specific items, these items must
be fulfilled prior to the continued processing of your application.
2. a call you to let you know if your permit is ready and you may come in and pick
it up, you will also be made aware of any adjustments to the fee calculations.

Note : A Permit is not considered issued until the applicant has picked it up.

INSPECTIONS

When you pick up your permit package the following items will be enclosed:
1. A signed copy of your building permit with the prescribed inspections on the
reverse.
2. The stamped Customer Copy of your plans/drawings.

You may be required any or all of these prescribed inspections:
Test holes for soil conditions and water table evaluation
Prepared Site (Graded and Scarified prior to fill replacement)
Installation of the septic system (All components must be visible)
Final (must be graded and sodded - alarmed)
Inspections maybe booked with 2 business days advance notice by calling Building
Services (705) 436-3710 ext 3504 or booking on-line at www.innisfil.ca .

The following approvals must be obtained prior to the issuance of a building permit where they apply to this
project. The listing is provided for convenience purposes only and does not necessarily describe every
approval that may be required. For more detailed information about the application of these laws to any
project please contact the listed agency or refer to the legislation. Ontario Building Code, Division A, Part 1,
Article 1.4.1.3 Definition of Applicable Law. For assistance in completing this form, please contact the Town
of Innisfil Building Department.
It is the responsibility of the Applicant to include the documents that establish compliance with such law(s) with the
permit application. If the documents are not attached, the permit application will be deemed incomplete and an
Acknowledgement of Incomplete Application will be required from the Applicant to accept the application.
Please check () the items that apply, and attach approval documents where applicable.

Planning and Zoning
MINOR VARIANCE PLANNING ACT s.45
Where application doesnt comply with
all zoning provisions
Final & Binding Decision by Committee of Adjustment
Town of Innisfil Committee of Adjustment:: Mike
Eckstein 705-436-3740 x3314 or
meckstein@innisfil.ca

ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT PLANNING
ACT s.34
Where development requires amended
zoning by-law
Final & Binding Zoning By-Law
Town of Innisfil Manager of Planning: 705-436-3740
x3301

TEMPORARY USE BY-LAW PLANNING ACT
s.38
zoning by-law
Registration of Subdivision Plan
x3301

DIVISION OF LAND REF PLANNING ACT
PART VI
Where land division required for zoning
compliance
Registration of Deed for Consent
Town of Innisfil Committee of Adjustment: Mike
Eckstein 705-436-3740 x3314 or
meckstein@innisfil.ca

SITE PLAN APPROVAL PLANNING ACT s.41
For development in site plan control
areas
Copy of Registered / Executed Site Plan Agreement
x3301

MUNICIPAL SERVICES PLANNING ACT s. 34
Availability of municipal services to
service buildings
Approval by Manager of Engineering
Town of Innisfil Engineering Dept.: Grant Shellswell
705-436-3740 x3210 or gshellswell@innisfil.ca

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ACT. s.14
Conflict between plan & official
plan/zoning by-law
Approval by Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Municipal Services Office: Tim Haldenby 416-585-6559
or tim.haldenby@ontario.ca

Heritage
ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT s.42
To demolish a building listed on Innisfil
Heritage Registry
Written Consent of Council (or its designate)
Town of Innisfil Clerk Services: Kim Creamer 705-436-
3740 x2410 or kcreamer@innisfil,ca

ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT s.30(2) Written Consent of Council (or its designate)
Applicable Law
Checklist

Town of Innisfil
Building Department
2101 Innisfil Beach Road,
INNISFIL, ON L9S 1A1
Tel : 705-436-3710
Fax: 705-436-7120
Application No. Address Date
Town of Innisfil Form of Approval Required Reqd / Provd
To alter/demolish a building where
there is intention to designate
ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT s.33 & 34
To alter or demolish a building
designated under Part IV of the Act
Written Consent of Council (or its designate)

ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT s.34.5 & 34.7(2)
Where property is designated by
Ministry of Culture
Notify the Ministry of Culture
Regional Conservation Advisor: 416-326-9326 or visit
www.mtc.gov.on.ca

ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT s.27(3)
Listed properties: Restriction on
demolition
Notify the Council (60 days) of intent to demolish

Development Charges
DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ACT, 1997 s.28
& 53 and EDUCATION ACT s.257.83 & 257.93
Calculate charges on newly developing
land
Approval by Town Treasurer
Town of Innisfil Building Department: 705-436-3710
Interpretation: Lockie Davis: 705-436-3740 x2301 or
ldavis@innisfil.ca

CASH-IN-LIEU OF PARKLAND PLANNING
ACT s.42
zoning by-law
Approval by Manager of Planning
x3301

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Wetlands, Shorelines & Watercourses
CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES ACT s.28
reg.166/08
Where construction is in the fill
regulated area, flood plain, or may
interfere with a water course
Conservation Authority Permission
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority 905-895-
1281 or fpinto@lsrca.on.ca

CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES ACT s.28
reg.166/08
Where construction is in the fill
regulated area, flood plain, or may
interfere with a water course
Conservation Authority Permission
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority 705-424-
1479 or bperreault@nvca.on.ca

Agriculture & Food Ministry of Agriculture & Food

Child Care Centers Ministry of Child & Youth Services
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT 2002 s. 11
reg 267/03
Farm buildings housing animals or
animal manure
Record of Approval of Nutrient Management Strategy
Ministry: Andrew Barrie 519-881-1457 or 1-888-466-
2372 or minister.omafra@ontario.ca

MILK ACT s. 14
Where a building is used as a milk
processing plant
Permit Issued by the Director, MAF
Ministry 519-426-7120 or 1-888-466-2372 or
minister.omafra@ontario.ca

DAY NURSERIES ACT s. 5 reg. 262
Where a building is to be used as a
daycare
Ministers Plan of Approval (Letter)
Ministry: 705-735-6901 or 1-866-821-7770 or
mcsmin@mcys.gov.on.ca

Conservation Authority Form of Approval Required Reqd / Provd
Provincial Agencies Form of Approval Required Reqd / Provd

Education Ministry of Education

Funeral Homes Ministry of Consumer & Business Services

Highways Ministry of Transportation

Long Term Care Homes Ministry of Health & Long Term Care

DEMOLITION OF SCHOOLS EDUCATION
ACT s. 5
Where a school is to be demolished
Ministers Approval of Demolition
Ministry: Steven Mitchell, Architect 416-325-2015 or
steven.mitchell@ontario.ca

FUNERAL DIRECTORS & ESTABLISHMENT
ACT reg. 469s9
Where a building contains a funeral
establishment
Notify the Registrar, MCBS
Board of Funeral Services 1-800-387-4458 J oseph
Richer x29 or josephr@funeralboard.com

MTO PERMIT PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION ACT s. 34/38
Placement, erection or alteration
of any building, fence, gasoline
pump, other structure or the use
of land within 45 meters or within
180 meters of the centre point of
an intersection of Hwy 400; or
within 45 meters or 395 meters of
the centre point of an intersection
of any limit of a controlled-access
highway.
Use of land for a shopping
centre, stadium, fair ground, race
track, drive in theatre or any
other purpose that causes
persons to congregate in large
numbers within 800 meters of
Hwy 400 or within 800 meters of
any limit of a controlled-access
highway.
Signage within 400 meters of
Hwy 400 or within 400 meters of
any limit of a controlled-access
highway.
Building and Land Use Permit by MTO
Local or Regional Office of MTO
J anice Hendrix: 416-235-5382
janice.hendrix@ontario.ca
www.mto.gov.on.ca/English/Engineering/Management/Corridor

NURSING HOMES ACT s. 4 reg. 832
Homes for the Aged and Rest Home
Act s.14
Elderly Persons Centres Act s. 6 of
reg. 314
Charitable Institutions Act s. 5
Construction, alteration or conversion
of a building used for a nursing home
Directors Approval of Construction
MOH Planning & Renewal Branch 1-877-767-8889
www.health.gov.on.ca

TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT PLEASE CHECK THE APPROPRIATE LINE
1. None of the items listed apply to this project.

2. All applicable law approvals have been completed, and approval documents are attached to this
application.

3. The proposed construction or demolition requires one or more applicable law approvals which have not
yet been completed.
I have the authority to act on behalf of the corporation or partnership with respect to this application (if
applicable).
Signature: Name: Date:
Environment Ministry of Education

Rev 08 April /12
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ACT s. 5
Major industrial / commercial enterprise
& Gov projects
Ministers Approval of Terms of Reference & EA
MOE Assessment and Approvals 1-800-461-6299 or
eaabgen@ene.gov.on.ca

BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT
Environmental Protection Act s. 168
Major Industrial or commercial property
changed to Residential or Parkland
Record of Site Condition filed with MOE
Conformance with Certificate of Property Use

FORMER WASTE DISPOSAL SITES
Environmental Protection Act s. 46
Where building on former landfill or
waste disposal site
Approval from the Minister

RENEWABLE ENERGY APPROVAL (REA)
Environmental Protection Act s. 47.3
Ministers Issuance of a Renewable Energy Approval
Renewable Energy Facilitation Office 1-877-440-7336
or REFO@ontario.ca

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