Enforcement & By-Law Services – Second & Third Units – Complaint
Second units and third units are allowed in detached, semi-detached, and townhouse dwellings, provided they meet zoning requirements. To be considered legal, these units must be registered with the City of Brampton.
- Units registered before November 16, 1995:
- Still recognized as valid and do not need to re-register
- Units with Legal Non-Conforming status (under Bill 120):
- Must now register with the City following the new process, though they do not need to comply with the new Zoning By-law requirements.
- All other existing or proposed second units will be required to register and comply with the new Zoning By-law requirements for Two-unit Dwellings
For zoning violations or concerns about the legality of a second unit:
- The Enforcement and By-Law Services division investigates zoning violations regarding second-units. Concerns regarding the legality of a second unit will be investigated.
- Note: If the report being made is regarding a basement apartment being constructed without a building permit, refer to the Inspections – Construction without a permit article
For further information regarding Second Units refer to Enforcement and By-Law Services
Residential Rental Licensing Program:
- With the launch of this program, rental properties in Wards 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7 can apply for a rental property license through the City Clerk’s office. Applications are submitted online.
- For additional information, refer to the Residential Rental Licensing webpage
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