City of Toronto
Renovation contractors in North York, Ontario
Toronto Building needs a permit for a deck more than 60 cm (24 in) above the ground, for basement work that changes the structure, adds plumbing or creates a unit, for new or modified heating and plumbing, and for a backwater valve. Replacing a furnace or boiler in a house, or repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures, needs none. North York’s Toronto Building district office is at the North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge St., by appointment. If the basement is part of it: Toronto’s Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy pays 80% of the invoice up to $1,600 per backwater valve (two at most), $2,250 for a sump pump, $300 for a battery backup, $400 to sever and cap the foundation drain and $500 for a plumbing assessment — up to $6,650 per house. Downspouts must be disconnected, the contractor needs a City business licence, and you apply within two years. Doyo books renovation across North York: describe the job, see the full price before you book, and pay only when it is done.
Projects
- Kitchen Renovationwritten quote
- Bathroom Renovationwritten quote
- Basement Finishingwritten quote
Priced after a site visit. Your deposit is held by Doyo until you confirm the work.
Local
Renovation in North York: what to know
Building permits
Toronto Building needs a permit for a deck more than 60 cm (24 in) above the ground, for basement work that changes the structure, adds plumbing or creates a unit, for new or modified heating and plumbing, and for a backwater valve. Replacing a furnace or boiler in a house, or repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures, needs none. North York’s Toronto Building district office is at the North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge St., by appointment.
Source: City of Toronto, Toronto Building officesCondos
In a condo, a renovation generally needs the board’s approval first, and some corporations require approved contractors or limit work hours — check with management before the pro is booked.
Source: Condominium Authority of Ontario, renovationsBasement flooding subsidy
Toronto’s Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy pays 80% of the invoice up to $1,600 per backwater valve (two at most), $2,250 for a sump pump, $300 for a battery backup, $400 to sever and cap the foundation drain and $500 for a plumbing assessment — up to $6,650 per house. Downspouts must be disconnected, the contractor needs a City business licence, and you apply within two years.
Source: City of Toronto, flooding subsidyHeritage districts
Toronto has heritage conservation districts across the city. Inside one, new construction, alterations and additions need a heritage permit, which is separate from — and does not replace — a building permit.
Source: City of Toronto, heritage conservation districtsNeighbourhoods we cover
Willowdale · Yonge & Sheppard · Bayview Village · Don Mills · York Mills · Downsview · Lawrence Manor — and the rest of North York.
How it works
Booking Renovation on Doyo
What to tell Doyo
- The room and what you want changed
- Photos and rough measurements
- Your timeline
- A budget range, if you have one
Who comes
A pro who has passed Doyo’s ID and police record checks, with ratings from real jobs. See their profile, reviews and past work before you choose.
How you pay
A deposit when you accept the quote, held by Doyo; the balance on completion; part of the pro’s pay held back for a warranty period.
FAQ
Renovation in North York: common questions
Services