Approval, Permits & Inspection Processes for New Homes & Adjustments during COVID-19
New home construction can be divided into three stages.
Each stage has checkpoints along the way for a third-party to verify that your home is being built properly. These checkpoints are normally conducted by your municipality. For example, typically a building inspector will need to come check the insulation and air/vapour barrier before your builder can install drywall. And city hall will need to provide a certificate of occupancy for you to be able to move in. If there is a delay at any of these checkpoints, the construction process can’t proceed. CONSTRUCTION DURING COVID-19 Builders are taking extra measures to ensure the health and safety of their crews and inspectors/building officials, and most municipalities are doing their best to continue the residential construction approvals, permits, and inspection processes. That said, most companies and municipalities are going through an adjustment period right now. If you’re concerned about the status of your new home’s construction, contact your builder. You can also contact your municipality to see the status of the municipality’s approvals, permits, and inspection processes.
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