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Tent Permit Application

 

A tent or group of tents is exempt from the requirement to obtain a permit provided that the tent or group of tents are:
  • not more than 60 m2 in aggregate ground area,
  • not attached to a building, and
  • constructed more than 3 m from other structures.

The following documentation is required and must be submitted with this form prior to the issuance of a Building Permit:
  • a site plan drawing to demonstrate the proposed location of the tent(s);
  • a floor plan of the tent showing the location of exits, seating areas and proximity to other buildings;
  • the depth and angle at which the tent posts will be driven into the ground
  • verification of flame retardant materials for the tent; and
  • location of fire extinguishers


There is no charge for a Tent Permit.

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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)
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