Survey for Building Permit
Across the GTA
Get a certified survey for your building permit application conducted by licensed OLS professionals on our team. Accepted by all GTA municipalities — fast turnaround, transparent pricing, no hidden fees.
What is a Building Permit Survey?
The Survey Your Municipality Requires Before Any Build
A survey for building permit is a legally required document that confirms the exact location of your property boundaries and any existing structures on your lot. Required by municipalities across the GTA before issuing a building permit, this survey ensures your planned construction complies with all zoning bylaws, setback requirements, and property regulations.
Whether you are planning a home addition, new deck, garage, secondary suite, or new build in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, or anywhere across the Greater Toronto Area — our licensed OLS professionals on our team provide the certified survey documentation your municipality requires to approve your permit application.
Required by all GTA municipalities
Our surveys meet all municipal requirements for building permit applications across the GTA.
Signed and sealed by licensed OLS professionals
Every survey is signed and sealed by a licensed Ontario Land Surveyor on our team.
Fast 5–10 business day turnaround
We understand construction timelines are tight — we deliver quickly without compromising accuracy.
Who Needs This
Do You Need a Survey
for Your Building Permit?
Required by Ontario municipalities
A building permit survey is required by most GTA municipalities before approving any construction, addition, or renovation project on your property. Our licensed OLS professionals deliver certified reports accepted by all Ontario municipalities.
- Accepted by all GTA municipalities and the City of Toronto
- Certified and signed by a licensed Ontario Land Surveyor on our team
- Includes lot dimensions, setbacks, and zoning compliance confirmation
- Delivered within 5–10 business days
Home Additions
Adding a room, second storey, or extending your home in Toronto, Mississauga, or Brampton? Your municipality will require a certified survey before issuing your building permit.
New Home Construction
Building a new home anywhere in the GTA requires a certified survey to confirm lot dimensions, setbacks, and compliance with all local zoning bylaws before permits are issued.
Decks & Garages
Planning a new deck, detached garage, or accessory structure in the GTA? Most municipalities require a building permit survey to verify setback compliance before construction begins.
Secondary Suites & ADUs
Converting your basement or adding a secondary suite in Ontario? A certified building permit survey confirms your property meets all zoning and setback requirements for the addition.
Major Renovations
Significant structural renovations often require a building permit in GTA municipalities. Our licensed OLS team provides the survey documentation needed to support your permit application.
Builders & Contractors
Building professionals working across the GTA rely on our licensed OLS team for fast, accurate building permit surveys that meet all municipal requirements and keep projects on schedule.
Not sure if your project needs a building permit survey? Our team will help you figure out exactly what you need.
Talk to Our TeamWhat You Receive
Everything Included in Your Building Permit Survey
Every building permit survey delivered by our team comes with complete legal documentation and certified deliverables — all included in your quoted price.
Field Work & Measurements
GPS & Total Station Survey
Precise on-site measurements using the latest GPS and total station equipment to locate all property corners, boundaries, and existing structures.
Lot Dimension Verification
Precise measurement and verification of all lot dimensions, frontage, depth, and area to confirm compliance with municipal zoning requirements.
Setback Measurement
Accurate measurement of all required setbacks from property lines — front, rear, and side — to confirm your proposed construction complies with zoning bylaws.
Existing Structure Location
Location and documentation of all existing structures, fences, and improvements on the property relative to the boundaries.
Documentation & Reports
Certified Survey Plan
A professionally prepared and OLS-certified survey plan showing all boundaries, dimensions, setbacks, and structures — ready for your permit application.
OLS Signed & Sealed Report
Every report is signed and sealed by licensed Ontario Land Surveyors on our team — meeting all GTA municipality requirements for building permit submissions.
Digital & Paper Copies
Receive both digital PDF and printed hard copies of your survey for personal records, contractor use, and municipality submission.
Municipality Submission Ready
Your survey meets all requirements for building permit submission to Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, and all GTA municipalities.
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How It Works
Your Building Permit Survey in 5 Simple Steps
We make the building permit survey process fast and hassle-free. Our licensed OLS team handles everything from title research to certified document delivery across the GTA.
Contact & Free Quote
Title & Zoning Research
On-Site Field Survey
Survey Plan Preparation
Certified Document Delivery
Step 01
Contact & Free Quote
Reach out by phone or our online quote form. Tell us your property address and what you are planning to build. We will assess your needs and provide a clear upfront quote with no hidden fees.
Step 02
Title & Zoning Research
Our licensed OLS professionals research all land records, registered plans, zoning bylaws, and municipal setback requirements applicable to your property before field work begins.
Step 03
On-Site Field Survey
Our team visits your property and performs precise measurements using GPS and total station technology to locate all boundaries, existing structures, and required setback distances.
Step 04
Survey Plan Preparation
A certified survey plan is prepared showing all boundaries, lot dimensions, setbacks, and existing structures. The plan is reviewed and approved by the licensed OLS professional on our team.
Step 05
Certified Document Delivery
Receive your signed and sealed building permit survey in both digital PDF and printed formats within 5–10 business days — ready for immediate submission to your GTA municipality.
Why Choose Us
The GTA's Trusted Building Permit Survey Team
We combine licensed OLS expertise, modern technology, and deep knowledge of GTA municipal requirements to deliver building permit surveys that are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
Licensed OLS Professionals on Our Team
Every building permit survey is conducted by licensed Ontario Land Surveyors on our team — ensuring your documents are accepted by all GTA municipalities and building departments.
Deep GTA Municipal Knowledge
We understand the specific building permit survey requirements of every GTA municipality — Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, Vaughan, and more — so your application is approved first time.
Fast 5–10 Day Turnaround
Construction timelines are tight. We deliver your certified building permit survey within 5–10 business days so your project stays on schedule without delays.
Transparent Pricing — No Hidden Fees
We provide clear upfront quotes before any work begins. What you are quoted is what you pay — no surprise charges, no hidden fees, no add-ons after the survey is complete.
Latest Survey Technology
Our team uses modern GPS receivers and high-precision total station equipment to deliver building permit surveys with exceptional accuracy that exceeds Ontario survey standards.
Dedicated Client Support
From your first inquiry to document delivery our team is available to answer questions, liaise with your municipality if needed, and ensure your permit application proceeds smoothly.
500+
Building Permit Surveys Completed
20+
GTA Cities & Municipalities Served
99%
First-Time Permit Approval Rate
5–10
Day Turnaround
Ready to get your building permit survey started? Get a free quote from our licensed OLS team today.
Get Your Free QuoteService Areas
Building Permit Surveys Across All GTA Municipalities
Our licensed OLS team delivers certified building permit surveys across the entire Greater Toronto Area — accepted by every municipality, every time.
Currently serving all GTA municipalities
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Cities Covered
5–10
Day Turnaround
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Building Permit Surveys
Have questions about getting a survey for your building permit in the GTA? We have answers below.
Do I need a survey to get a building permit in Ontario?
What is included in a building permit survey?
How long does a building permit survey take in the GTA?
How much does a building permit survey cost in Ontario?
Do I need a survey for a deck or garage building permit?
What is the difference between a building permit survey and a property survey?
Will my building permit survey be accepted by my municipality?
Do you serve all cities across the Greater Toronto Area?
Who conducts the building permit surveys?
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Building Permit Survey?
Get a certified survey for your building permit application delivered by licensed OLS professionals on our team — accepted by all GTA municipalities, fast turnaround, no hidden fees.
5–10 Day Turnaround
Licensed OLS Team
All GTA Municipalities
No Hidden Fees