Cloudpermit

• Go to the Cloudpermit account login page
• Click on register
• Provide your email address
• Cloudpermit will send an email to the address you have provided. Open the email and follow the instructions to complete the registration process.
• Be sure to remember the email address and password you used to register as you will be accessing the site again.

• Login to Cloudpermit
• Click the create new application button in the upper right-hand corner
• Click create new project and give it a name. The name should consist of the project address and a description of the project (e.g. 123 John St. - Garage). 
• Provide the location where the work will be taking place. Change the municipality to Norwich using the drop-down menu in the upper-right corner.
• Type in your address or roll number, or find your property on the map. Your address should be typed in as St., Ave., Rd., etc. When valid address is found, a drop down box will appear showing the address and roll number. Verify that this is the correct address and click "Next".
• Click on the appropriate building permit box. Then choose the category, work type and work target appropriate for your project. Most categories are self-explanatory, but for projects such as carports, decks, garages, gazebos, porches, ramps, sheds and woodstoves you would select “accessory structures”. Be sure to take time and read the “Good to Know” section as this describes the category you have chosen, click "Next".

• After completing all of the previous steps you should be able to see your draft building permit application.
• You will need to provide additional information before your application can be submitted.
• Please ensure that the receive email notifications is marked as yes. This is important as email is the primary tool used for communication purposes throughout the permitting process.

The application page will require additional data. On this page, you will see required tasks boxes. Boxes marked with a red exclamation mark require additional information to be provided.

PARTIES TO THE APPLICATION

• This section is where you will add email address and information of other parties that should have access to the building permit application. This may include your contractor or architect.
• Click on “add or invite party”
• There are two options in this window. You can just enter an email address of the party you wish to invite or you can check the box “enter details manually” and complete the sections with a red asterisk. There is a small description in this window that provides details on each option available.
• All applications must have an applicant and a property owner.
• Please ensure that party invites are accepted as soon as possible so the application process will not be delayed.

APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT AND DEMOLISH

• Click on “application to construct and demolish”
• This section contains several areas that data can be inputted. The only areas information is required are the areas with red asterisks. (Estimated cost of construction, area of work, proposed use of building and description of proposed work)
• If you prefer to enter your area of work in square footage, this can be done by clicking on the “imperial” button located at the top right hand corner of the page.
• Once all required information has been entered click the “return to application” button at the top of the page.

• This section contains the Schedule 1 form and explains how a homeowner would complete this.

DESIGN ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN BY DESIGNER 

• Select “house” from the list of design activities if you are submitting drawings you have completed yourself.
• Describe work being done so that valid qualifications to undertake the design may be confirmed 

DESIGNER QUALIFICATION AND REGISTRATION 

• Declare who takes responsibility of the design for this project 
• A registered/qualified designer is required for most types of construction requiring permits. Some exceptions apply in specific/limited circumstances. Contact the Building Department for further clarification. 

• Your application may require attachments such as site plans, drawings, etc.
• To upload your attachments click on attachments to see what is required for your project.
• Uploading can be done by either dragging the attachments into the grey box or by using the click here button to locate them on your computer.
• Once uploading is complete, a “type” box will appear. Select the type of attachment from the drop down menu. You do not have to download one file at a time. Several documents may be downloaded at once but please ensure that you have selected the type of attachment for each. One file can contain multiple documents eg. Site plan, drawings, HVAC, etc as long as each document is selected in the drop down menu. Select “Done” once all documents have been attachments.
• If any changes or updates need to be made to your documents before you submit your application you can delete them by clicking on the garbage can icon and upload the document again.
• If there is an attachment option that does not apply to you, simply upload a document with N/A written on it. This will let us know that it does not apply to you and the system will register that the document has been uploaded.
• You are now ready to sign off on your application.

• All “required tasks” should be green and you are ready to sign off on your application. If your required tasks are still red, please review the section that is still red and make any necessary changes. 
• Click on the "sign off an application" button located at the top right of the page 
• This section refers to new home builds only 
• If you are a registered home owner (with Tarion) check "yes" from both drop down menus 
• If you are not a registered home owner (with Tarion) check "no" from both drop down menus

COMPLETENESS AND COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW 

• These sections are mandatory and must be completed.
• Please select “yes” or “no” (to the best of your knowledge) from the drop down menu after each statement.
• If "no" the application is incomplete or invalid, and the process will be halted. Contact the Building Department for further clarification 

Declaration of Applicant 

• Once all statements have been answered (to the best of your knowledge) click on the “sign off on application”
• Your application should be ready to submit.

• Once all previous steps are complete and you have ensured that all information is correct you can submit your building permit application by clicking on
• You will receive a confirmation email notifying you that your application has been received. If you do not receive an email notification, please contact the Norwich building department at kpinnoy@norwich.ca or drooke@norwich.ca 
  
• You will receive additional emails throughout the permitting process including when your permit is ready and how to pay

9. How do I pay for my Permit Application? 

• Base fee is due at permit application time. A supplemental adjustment fee will be due at permit pickup
• The Township is only able to accept cash, cheque, or debit payment. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30

• Login to Cloudpermit and select go to project under the project requiring and inspection.
• Select the application by clicking on the address.

• At the bottom of the page there will be a heading work & construction and a box entitled
• Click on show upcoming inspections and select request inspection
• Under the new inspection request box that pops up, select the date and time you would like to request
• Inspections must be requested at least 2 business days in advance
• Your request will be listed. Staff will send a confirmation email once your request is received
• You can change the date, time or cancel your request by selecting modify request

• When in Cloudpermit, the "Support" key found at the top of any page can be used for quick reference tips

You can contact the building department by phone at 519-667-2000 ext. 7625, or by email.

What is the next step once my Application has been submitted? 

You will receive emails with updates from Cloudpermit during each stage of the process.

What do I do once I have received my email with the invoice?

Your email will include payment instructions.

Where will I find my Building Permit and Approved Drawings? 

Once your payment has been received you can find your approved drawings under the work tab under
Download the document. You will now have access to the permit and drawings.

Please print the drawings to scale and in color. 

How do I access inspections? 

Inspections can be found under the work tab of your application.
Visit Cloudpermit’s support page for additional information