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Fire Hydrant Flow Test Permit
Permit to test hydrant flow rate and pressure.
You need it when: You design or upgrade a private fire-flow system, or install a new hydrant.
Why it's needed
- Required for hydrant flow tests.
When to apply
- Tests run 15 April to 15 November; applications open 31 March to 31 October [TO].
- Apply and pay at least 10 business days before the test date. Toronto Water calls within 4 BD to schedule [TO].
Review time
Plan for about 10 business days.
Documents for a complete application
- Online application, hydrant location(s), requested date(s)
Submission checklists
How to submit
- Online portal; credit card payment [TO].
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.