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Halton Region Services Permit (water & sanitary connections)
Regional Services Permit based on a site servicing drawing that combines Halton as-built records with the proposed servicing [halton.ca].
You need it when: New water or sanitary services, a new water meter, first connection of new private services at the property line, or rebuilding after a demolition that had services.
Why it's needed
- Halton owns the water and wastewater systems in its four local municipalities [halton.ca].
When to apply
- Allow at least 10 working days for the first review; the permit is issued once site plan conditions are met and fees are paid [halton.ca].
- Demolitions need a Halton pre-permit clearance: the meter is removed and water turned off first [halton.ca].
Review time
Plan for about 10 business days. first review [halton.ca]
Documents for a complete application
- As-built drawings from Halton GIS & Data Management [halton.ca]
- Site servicing drawing with lot lines, existing mains and services, proposed services, meter size and location, and the Regional approval block [halton.ca]
- Cross-Connection Control (backflow) requirements [halton.ca]
How to submit
- Halton Region Services Permit Group: pwpermits@halton.ca, 905-825-6000 ext. 6032; 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville [halton.ca].
Fees
Estimate provided after the drawing is accepted: tapping, inspection, testing and connection charges per the water rates and connection charges by-laws [halton.ca].
Forms and guides
- Halton Region Services Permit Process (brochure) (Region of Halton, guide)
Official pages
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Sources are marked in the text: [TO] toronto.ca pages, [Guide] general industry guidance, [Plan] permit planning practice. Confirm on the official page before applying.