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Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program

Fee waiver for flood mitigation plumbing work

Offered by
Town of Halton Hills
Official source: haltonhills.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Property owners in Halton Hills
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Overview

The program waives certain building permit fees for flood mitigation work linked to Halton Region’s basement flooding prevention subsidies. It supports approved plumbing-related measures such as backwater valves, sump pumps, downspout disconnection, and sewer lateral repair.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Halton Hills
  • Montérégie
  • Ontario, Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Legal structures
Sole proprietorship

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Basement flooding guides revised

Halton revised the homeowner and contractor guides for the basement flooding subsidy program, removing the 1.5 m repair-length/relining trigger for drainage engineering in the permit and inspection guidance.

See more

Halton’s Homeowner’s Guide and Contractor Guide were updated to remove the stated condition that repairs more than 1.5 m in length or relining would trigger drainage engineering for a gravity outlet in the permit and inspection guidance. The contractor guide also reorders the listed work items, placing wastewater lateral lining and repair and backwater valve installation in different positions within the eligibility table.

Official source: haltonhills.ca
October 2, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Property owners in Halton Hills
  • Homeowners completing flood mitigation work
  • Applicants enrolled in Halton Region’s Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Program

Eligible expenses

  • Building permit fee waiver for eligible plumbing flood mitigation work

Eligible geographic areas

  • Halton Hills, Ontario

Activities funded

  • Flood mitigation plumbing work for homes
  • Backwater valve installation
  • Sump pump installation
  • Downspout disconnection
  • Sewer lateral lining or repair

How to apply

  • Apply online for your building permit.
  • Read the instructions, complete the required fields, and upload a completed Building Permit Application form.
  • Identify in the description field that the proposed work is part of the Regional Basement Flood Mitigation (RBFM) program.
  • After submission, use the link sent to your email address to upload the required documentation.
  • To process a refund, email the completed Building Permit Fee Grant Waiver form with your name, address, and building permit number; include confirmation from Halton Region of your enrollment in the subsidy program if available.

Documents Needed

  • Completed Building Permit Application form
  • Completed Building Permit Fee Grant Waiver form
  • Site plan or survey showing the building location
  • Floor plan showing the flood mitigation work
  • Manufacturer's specifications for installed components

Processing and Agreement

  • The building permit application is reviewed after submission.
  • Applicants receive an email link to upload supporting documents.
  • The Town verifies Halton Region subsidy enrollment when required.
  • A refund request is processed after the required information is sent by email.

Additional information

  • The program is tied to Halton Region’s Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Program.
  • Property owners must acknowledge ongoing maintenance responsibility for completed work.
  • The owner must inform buyers or tenants of completed work and maintenance requirements if the property is sold or leased.

Contacts

building@haltonhills.ca
905-873-2600 ext. 2925

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program Program

What is the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program?

The program waives certain building permit fees for flood mitigation work linked to Halton Region’s basement flooding prevention subsidies. It supports approved plumbing-related measures such as backwater valves, sump pumps, downspout disconnection, and sewer lateral repair.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program program, you must: Property owners only Work tied to flood mitigation Linked to Halton Region program

What expenses are eligible under Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program?

Building permit fee waiver for eligible plumbing flood mitigation work

Who can I contact for more information about the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program?

You can contact Town of Halton Hills by email at building@haltonhills.ca or by phone at 905-873-2600 ext. 2925.

Where is the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program available?

The Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program program is available Montérégie, Ontario, Quebec.

Is the Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Building (Plumbing) Permit Fee Grant Program is a Grant and Funding