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Occupancy Permit (partial / full)
Permission to occupy an unfinished building.
You need it when: You need to occupy all or part of a building before it is complete.
Why it's needed
- Needed where facilities must be occupied while construction continues.
When to apply
- Near the end of construction. Requires inspections and operational life-safety systems.
Review time
Plan for about 30 business days.
Documents for a complete application
- Occupancy checklist
- Fire alarm/sprinkler verification letters
- General review letters from designers
Submission checklists
How to submit
- Request through Toronto Building inspections.
Forms and guides
- Authority to Occupy Request (City of Toronto, application form)
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.