Planning, Building, and By-law

The Municipality of Brighton's Planning, Building and By-law Department provides services that help guide responsible development, ensure buildings are safe and compliant, and maintain community standards.

Whether you are planning a new project, applying for a permit, or reporting a municipal by-law concern, our staff are here to help.

Planning Department

Planning Services provides information and applications related to:

• Zoning
• Minor Variances
• Consents (Land Severances)
• Site Plan Control
• Official Plan Amendments
• Development Applications

Visit the Planning page →

Building

Building Services is responsible for:

• Building Permits
• Building Inspections
• Ontario Building Code compliance
• Occupancy and permit information

Visit the Building page →

By-law Enforcement

By-law Enforcement helps protect community standards by administering and enforcing municipal by-laws, including:

• Property Standards
• Clean Yards
• Noise
• Parking
• Animal Control
• Signs
• Licensing

Residents can also submit by-law complaints and find information on municipal by-laws and permits.

Visit the By-law page →

Fees and Applications

• Planning & Building Fees and Charges
• By-law Fees and Charges
• Applications & Forms