To add a second unit in your house, you will need a building permit. You or your agent can apply for one at your local building department. You will need to submit: a completed application form and any other forms and supporting documents requested by the municipality. Can I extend the back of my house? […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
What Insurances Are Mandatory In Ontario?
If you own a vehicle in Ontario, you are required to, at the very least, purchase the following automobile insurance coverage: Third-party liability coverage: Statutory accident benefits coverage: Direct compensation – Property damage (DC-PD) coverage: Uninsured automobile coverage: What type of insurance is mandatory in Ontario? auto insuranceOntario law requires that all motorists have auto […]
How Much Weight Can You Pull Without Trailer Brakes Ontario?
Gross trailer weight of 1,400 kg (3,080 Ibs) or less – Brakes are required if the trailer and its load weigh more than 50% of the licensed weight of the vehicle towing it. How much can you tow without trailer brakes in Ontario? Brakes. If your trailer has a gross trailer weight, vehicle and load […]
How Do You Calculate Sales Tax In Ontario?
Calculating sales tax in Ontario is easy. Ontario applies 13% HST to most purchases, meaning a 13% total sales tax rate. HST stands for Harmonized Sales Tax. It is essentially the General Sales Tax and a Provincial Sales Tax rolled into one.What taxes does Ontario apply? HST HST 13% How do you calculate sales tax […]
Do Trailers Need License Plates In Ontario?
A trailer is considered a separate vehicle from your car or truck. Before you can tow one for work or for pleasure on any public road in Ontario, you must register it and pay a one-time registration fee. When you register your trailer, you will receive a licence plate and vehicle permit for it. Do […]
Do You Pay Hst On Used Vehicles In Ontario?
Ontario. In Ontario, used car buyers pay 13 per cent HST. When that purchase is made with a dealer, it gets added to your bill. If you buy privately, you’ll be billed at registration with ServiceOntario based on either the purchase price or the Canadian Red Book wholesale value, whichever is higher. Do you have […]
Do You Need A Permit To Replace A Deck In Ontario?
When is a building permit required for a deck in Ontario? If the deck (new or replacement) is 24” high or greater above finished grade. A permit is also required if structural renovations will be made to an existing deck. What happens if you don t get a permit for a deck in ontario? An […]
How Do You Convert Agricultural Land To Residential Land In Ontario?
To apply for land use changes you must: complete an application form. prepare a certified cheque or money order for the application fee. compile information from the pre-consultation meeting. submit the form, the fee and any additional information to your planning approval authority. Can you build a house on agricultural land in Ontario? The number […]
Do You Need A Permit To Build A Cabin In Ontario?
Once the land survey is completed, you’ll have a better understanding of how you can properly build a secure cottage. You will also need to obtain a building permit before you begin the construction process on your project. Can I build an off grid cabin in Ontario? As long as you own the land that […]
Can You Use A Greenhouse In Winter In Ontario?
With a Greenhouse: Gardeners across Ontario can double their planting season by using a greenhouse. As a result, you can expect extended growing seasons of 7-9 months, depending on your area, allowing you to enjoy fresh, homegrown vegetables well into the winter months. Do greenhouses work in Canadian winter? Planta Greenhouses are especially engineered and […]