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BCIN-Certified Deck & Garage Permit Drawings in Barrie & Simcoe County, ON

Planning a backyard construction project in Barrie, Innisfil, Orillia, Collingwood, or across Simcoe County? Navigating municipal zoning bylaws, strict snow load requirements, and local conservation approvals can delay your build if your drawings aren't prepared properly.

At Fast Track Plans, we draft BCIN-certified blueprint packages engineered specifically for City of Barrie Building Services and Simcoe County municipal portals, helping homeowners and contractors get fast, stress-free permit approval.

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Do You Need a Building Permit in Barrie & Simcoe County?

Under the Ontario Building Code and local municipal bylaws across Simcoe County, a building permit is legally required if your project includes:

  • Decks:

    • Any deck attached to a house or structure (regardless of height).

    • Any freestanding deck elevated more than 24 inches (60 cm) above finished grade.

    • Any deck serving as a pool enclosure or main entrance.

  • Detached Garages & Workshops: Any detached garage or accessory building occupying an area greater than 108 sq. ft. (10 m²).

  • Sheds: Any single-storey storage shed exceeding 161 sq. ft. (15 m²), or any shed containing plumbing fixtures regardless of size.

Barrie & Simcoe County Bylaw Note: Due to regional winter weather, structural plans in Simcoe County must adhere strictly to local ground snow load specifications. Additionally, properties near Lake Simcoe, Kempenfelt Bay, or local rivers may require clearance from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) or Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) before a permit is issued.

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What’s Included in Our Barrie & Simcoe County Drawing Packages?

Municipal plans examiners require clear, fully dimensioned digital drawings to issue your permit. Every package we deliver includes:

  1. Framing & Layout Plan: Complete structural specifications showing footing sizes/depths below frost line, pier spacing, beam calculations, and joist spans engineered for northern snow loads.

  2. Elevations: Exterior side, front, and rear profile views showing overall structure height, roof pitches, and guardrail attachment details.

  3. Cross-Sections & Details: Comprehensive assembly cut-throughs illustrating structural connections from concrete piers up to roof trusses.

  4. BCIN Designer Stamp & Schedule 1 Form: Signed by an official Ontario BCIN qualified designer for hassle-free submission through local city portals.

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How to Get Your Permit Approved Quickly

  1. Submit Your Site Measurements: Send us your property details, survey (if available), and basic project dimensions.

  2. We Draft Your Blueprints: Our BCIN designers build your complete, permit-ready drawing set in days.

  3. Submit Online: Upload your digital PDF drawing package directly through the City of Barrie ePERMITS portal or your local Simcoe County township site.

  4. Receive Your Permit & Build: City examiners review your residential submission (typically within 10–15 business days), clear your permit, and you are ready to start building!

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Ready to Start Your Barrie or Simcoe County Project?

Don't let rejected sketches or municipal back-and-forth stall your spring build. Get professional, BCIN-certified permit plans starting at $500 + HST.

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