Below are bulletins posted by the Building Services department regarding industry-related developments that may impact customer experience. Building bulletins are archived on this website for two years.
May 2026 has been proclaimed as Building Safety Month in the city of Barrie.
If you’re planning to build or renovate stairs in a house or a home with an additional/secondary unit, here are the basics you need to know to gain compliance with the Ontario Building Code.
Thinking about a home renovation or backyard project? Drop into one of our Building Services Open House events!
Effective March 3, 2026, Building Compliance Letters can be requested through APLI, the City’s online tool for applications, permits, licences, and inspections.
Cold weather poses specific challenges to construction projects as conditions can change rapidly in the fall, winter, and spring seasons. Proper planning and good construction practices are critical.
APLI has been updated with new processes for uploading and downloading Building Services permit documents.
The Ontario Building Code has been amended to include new processes regarding development charges on non-rental residential developments.
Thinking about creating an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) on your property? We invite you to attend the City’s ARU presentations to learn more.
Join us on October 9th, 2025, from 6pm to 8pm at the Peggy Hill Team Community Centre to learn about building permits and inspections.
The City’s Septic Reinspection Program ensures that on-site sewage (septic) systems are properly maintained and functioning to protect public health, drinking water quality, and the environment. 2025 is a scheduled inspection year in our Septic Reinspection Program.
Building Services Bulletins are archived on this website for two years.