The Town of Whitby Council has proposed a pilot program to expedite minor building permit applications.
In an effort to speed up permit approvals for minor projects like decks and sheds, council has directed town staff to assess the feasibility of a pilot program to expedite the review and approval of certain minor building permits, said a town announcement.
The assessment will include:
- Consideration of the types of building permit applications that may be included;
- Eligibility criteria and screening processes, and
- Look at similar programs offered in other municipalities.
Staff will report back to council with findings, options, and recommendations. No timeline was announced.