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Applying for a Building Permit

Building Permit Applications in the Municipality of West Grey are managed through Cloudpermit. Cloudpermit is an online software that provides the following features:

  • Start an application and finish it later, with 24-hour access to your files
  • Chat with Building Department
  • Set notifications to receive an email when there are updates in the file (status, new chat message, etc.)
  • Upload your drawings and forms
  • Review and download invoices and receipts
  • Download the permit and review notes for construction
  • Request and schedule inspections and related reports
  • Provide direct access for your team (designers, contractors, agents, etc.)

How-to Video Guides and Support Materials

Cloudpermit offers a range of resources to assist you. Visit Cloudpermit Support for basic instructions, and watch the instructional videos below to learn how to use the software effectively:

Applicants can work on their permit application at their own pace, with all information automatically saved to their account. The application can only be submitted once all required fields have been completed and relevant documents uploaded. 

See the video below for details on how to get started with a building permit application:

All parties involved can communicate with the Municipality of West Grey’s building team through the portal's online messaging system. Watch the video below to discover three different ways to access the messaging feature:

Request a building inspection anytime, anywhere, from any device through the Cloudpermit portal. See the video below that explains how to easily do this.

If you are requesting an inspection for a permit applied for prior to 2020, please email the Building Department.

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