What is the Ottawa building department phone number?

The Ottawa building department can be reached at 613-580-2424.

How do I contact the Ottawa permit office?

You can contact the Ottawa building permit office by email at building@ottawa.ca or phone at 613-580-2424. The office is typically open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Ottawa Building Department

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Contact Information

Ottawa Building Department — Contact Information

📞Phone613-580-2424

✉️Emailbuilding@ottawa.ca

📍Address110 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1

🕐HoursMonday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm

🌐Online PortalApply for a Permit Online →

Department Services

Building Permits

Issue permits for new construction, additions, renovations, and demolitions.

Permit Applications

Review and process applications for residential and commercial projects.

Building Inspections

Schedule and conduct mandatory inspections at each stage of construction.

Permit Status

Check the status of in-progress permit applications.

Zoning & Bylaws

Advise on local zoning regulations, setbacks, and land-use bylaws.

Occupancy Certificates

Issue occupancy permits for newly constructed or renovated buildings.

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