Landscaping
A guide to prepare for your landscaping project.
Make sure you plan ahead before you start your landscaping project so you can identify things that my impact your project during the planning stage, while your project is underway, and after it's complete.
We encourage you to use your property survey or contact the town to determine your property line before beginning any landscaping or construction.
Project preparation
Trees on your property, your neighbor's property and on the municipal right of way may require tree protection, particularly when heavy equipment and excavation is involved. In certain instances, a permit may be required to remove private trees. Learn more about tree removal and how to find a licensed arborist.
To add an accessory apartment to your property you will need a building permit.
Visit our Building Permits page for details.
Heritage properties are managed to conserve important cultural heritage attributes. If your property is on the town's heritage registry it may require heritage approval.
Learn more at heritage planning or contact a town Heritage Planner for assistance at 905-845-6601 ext . 3870 or 3875.
Building inspections are required at multiple stages during your construction, renovation or demolition project. Please refer to the documents issued with your permit drawings for details about required inspections. It is your responsibility as the owner to ensure that the mandatory inspections are requested.
Call 905-338-4220 to set up your building inspections — remember to have your permit number ready! Visit the Inspections page for more information.
A separate site alteration permit may be required when digging, excavating or altering the grade. Contact ServiceOakville for more information.