Tent Permit Application

Tents installed within the Municipality of Port Hope which exceed 10m² in area require a Building Permit regardless of the length of time the tent will be installed. The following required documentation must be submitted along with this form prior to the issuance of a Building Permit:

• A site plan showing the proposed location of tent(s);
• A floor plan of the tent showing the location of exits, tent posts, seating areas and proximity to other buildings;
• Verification of flame retardant materials for the tent; and
• Fire extinguishers are required

There is no charge for a Building Permit pertaining to a tent

If the tent is to be on public property, the following is also required:

1. A Fire Safety Plan which has been reviewed and approved by the Chief Fire Official, submitted to Fire and Emergency Services
2. All requirements of Section 2.8 and 2.9 of the Ontario Fire Code are applicable. (For Ontario Fire Code, see page here: https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/070213)