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The following information is provided to assist you when submitting an application for a building permit. Included are several standardized forms, which must be completed and uploaded to your Cloudpermit workspace. We have attempted to describe the information required on the various forms and other documents or technical information, which may be required in support of the application.  \nThe best way to expedite your application is to provide accurate and complete information. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.  \nREVISIONS TO EXISTING PERMITS ISSUED PRIOR TO CLOUDPERMIT  \nIn order to revise an existing building permit issued prior to the implementation of Cloudpermit, the revision may be processed through Cloudpermit , subject to Chief Building Official approval. Email [bldg@muskokalakes.ca](bldg@muskokalakes.ca) to obtain instructions on how to apply for a revision.  \nWHEN IS A BUILDING/DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUIRED  \nSection 8(1) of The Building Code Act states “No person shall construct or demolish a building or cause a building to be constructed or demolished unless a permit has been issued therefore by the Chief Building Official”.  \nSection 1(1) defines a building as (a) a structure occupying an area greater than 10 square metres consisting of a wall, roof and floor or any of them or a structural system servicing the function thereof including all plumbing, works, fixtures and service systems appurtenant thereto,(b) a structure occupying an area of 10 square metres or less that contains plumbing, includingthe plumbing appurtenant thereto,(c) plumbing not located in a structure,(c. 1) a sewage system, or (d) structures designated in the building code.  \nA designated structure includes tents if the area is greater than 60 m² (645 ft²) . All tents greater than 30 m² (323 ft²) whether or not a building permit is required must meet the Fire Code requirements and must be approved by the Emergency Services Department.  \nA shed is exempt from the requirement to obtain a permit under section 8 of the Building Code  \nAct and is exempt from compliance with the Building Code, provided that the shed,(a) is not more than 15 m2 in gross area,  \n(b) is not more than one storey in building height,  \n(c) is not attached to a building or any other structure,  \n(d) is used only for storage purposes ancillary to a principal building on the lot, and (e) does not have plumbing.  \nNote: an accessory structure must comply with the Ontario Building Code, the Township of Muskoka Lakes Zoning By-Law , and all other applicable law. Please contact the planning department to find out setback and lot coverage information as it relates to your property.  \nAPPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT OR DEMOLISH SECTION:  \nProject Information  \nProvides information on the proposed project. If the property does not have an Entrance Permit and a Civic Address, then one must be obtained by contacting the Township’s Public Works Department at this office. It is mandatory to include an estimated construction value for your project.  \nPurpose of Application  \nIt is used to describe the type of permit you are applying for. Please describe the scope of the project (ie. Construct a sundeck attached to the cottage) .  \nApplicant  \nThis information pertains to the individual or corporation submitting the application. If the applicant is not the owner, a letter of authorization must be provided. The letter of authorization must be specific to the type of building(s) and/or demolition being applied for.  \nOwner  \nMust be completed if the applicant is anyone other than the owner. Articles of Incorporation are required to be uploaded to the permit application to identify signing authority if the owner is not registered as a person. 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