Quick Links
Building and industry updates
City updates for the building industry and our annual workshop presentations.
Building standards
Ensuring proposed developments are safe, structurally sound and follow codes.
Demolition control
We control demolition of buildings to preserve residential units.
Development charges
Fees we charge for developments in urban and suburban areas.
Development manual
Reference documents for developers and builders.
Grants and incentives
Apply for a grant to save money on your project or other initiative.
Land development applications
Links to development resources to help with your project.
Planning around rapid transit (PARTS)
How we're planning the areas around rapid transit stations.
Part-lot control
You can ask us to pass a part-lot control bylaw.
Plan of condominium
You need to follow this process to divide a property into condominiums.
Plan of subdivision
Make sure your project aligns with our growth management strategy.
Planning resources
Resources to help you plan your development in Kitchener.
Pre-submission consultation
For some projects, we set up a meeting before you apply for a permit.
Road occupancy or work permits
You need a work permit to occupy or close any city road, sidewalk or boulevard to conduct work or other activities.
Sign permits
Sign guidelines, variance information and current variance requests.
Telecommunication towers
Information about proposed telecommunication towers.