Residential Demolition in Toronto — Safe, Permitted, and On-Schedule

Yes. Toronto issues demolition permits with fees calculated by SI $0.17/m², subject to minimum $206.53 (2025). Some jobs include Environmental Review at $991.34 additional. We handle all permit preparation and filing for you.

Ontario's service standard targets 10 business days for a house, assuming a complete submission. Complex projects or those requiring environmental review may take longer. We ensure your application is complete to avoid delays.

Toronto targets within two business days after you request. You must schedule the final inspection to close the permit. We coordinate all inspection scheduling as part of our service.

Owners must provide a designated substances list (OHSA s.30). Asbestos is governed by O. Reg. 278/05. The City's demolition checklist may require an Environmental Building Audit including dust control plan before permit. We arrange all necessary surveys and abatement.

Yes—ESA/Toronto Hydro permanent disconnection, gas coordination, and water termination are all arranged prior to demolition. We handle all utility coordination to ensure safe disconnection before work begins.

Typically Mon–Fri 7:00–19:00, Sat 9:00–19:00, no Sundays/statutory holidays. We schedule all demolition work within these hours and notify neighbors in advance.

Yes—if any portion of sidewalk or road is occupied, we obtain a Street Occupation Permit. This covers bins, hoarding, and any staging equipment that extends beyond your property line.

We coordinate Urban Forestry permits under Chapter 813 for protected trees and apply for Heritage Permits if the property is listed, designated, or in a Heritage Conservation District.

A typical 2-storey house (150-200m²) generates 15-25 tonnes of waste. Wood frame structures produce less; masonry structures produce more. We provide actual weigh-scale tickets after hauling.

Our quotes include: permits and fees, utility disconnections, designated substance surveys, demolition labor and equipment, disposal and tipping fees, site cleanup and rough grading, WSIB clearance certificate, and all disposal documentation.

Yes, we offer selective demolition for interior strip-outs, partial removal, or keeping the shell intact. This is often faster to permit and generates less waste, making it more cost-effective for renovations.

We cap all services properly, rough-grade the site, install temporary fencing if required, and ensure the final City inspection is passed to close the permit. The site is left ready for new construction.