IMPORTANCE OF BUILDING PLANS
   IMPORTANCE OF BUILDING PLANS   There is a common misconception that building plans are needed only prior to the construction of a new home. Homeowners often overlook the fact that many alterations and improvements made to their home also require a building plan, which must be approved by the relevant municipality. In most instances, a building plan is required when an alteration changes the structure of the building. However, one should be aware that a building plan may even be needed for additions that are done outside of the home itself but are located on the property, such as:   Perimeter walls exceeding 1.8m (height is dependent on the municipality’s by-laws),   Erection of new buildings such as a flatlet or garage,   Retaining walls,   Carports,         Conversion of existing garage into a habitable room,   Drainage alterations (applies to internal structures too.).   As a rule, any alteration or improvement that requires a foundation will require a building plan. You should co...