What is the St. Catharines building department phone number?

The St. Catharines building department can be reached at 905-688-5600.

How do I contact the St. Catharines permit office?

You can contact the St. Catharines building permit office by email at building@stcatharines.ca or phone at 905-688-5600. The office is typically open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.

St. Catharines Building Department

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Contact Information

St. Catharines Building Department — Contact Information

📞Phone905-688-5600

✉️Emailbuilding@stcatharines.ca

📍Address50 Church St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7C2

🕐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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