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Oakville Building Permits

This dashboard provides an overview of roughly 16,300 building permits issued in Oakville between 2018 and 2025. It includes information on permit types, building categories, construction values, project status, and locations by street. Use the filters to explore how development activity is distributed across time, neighbourhoods, and construction types.

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Total Records
16.31KK
Permit Type
Residential Dwelling (New/Add) Building
Building Type
Single Family Detached Dwelling
Work Type
New Const.
Key Takeaways
  • Residential leads — over 70% of all permits are for single-family homes, townhouses, or condos.
  • Single-family homes dominate, with more than 8,500 permits, far surpassing other categories.
  • Mid-value projects are most common, with 25% of permits falling between $100K and $500K.
  • Strong yearly activity, peaking in 2023 with 2,600 permits, and 2025 already off to a fast start.
  • Development hotspots include Rebecca Street, Lakeshore Rd W, and Sixth Line, highlighting areas of concentrated growth.

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Summary

This dataset covers roughly 16,300 building permits issued in Oakville across a wide range of construction activity. It spans residential and commercial projects, permit types, work categories, and construction values, offering a clear snapshot of development activity in the town over the past several years.

Permit Types

Permit Type
Residential permits dominate, with new or altered dwellings making up the majority. Detached residential buildings lead at about 2,400 permits (15%), followed by townhouses (1,500, 9%) and residential alterations/improvements (1,400, 9%). Secondary units, accessory units, and plumbing-only permits each add several hundred more. Commercial, institutional, and industrial projects appear but represent a much smaller share, typically under 5% each.

Building Types

Building Type
Single-family homes make up over half of all permits (about 8,500, or 52%), far exceeding any other building type. Townhouses contribute another 2,600 (16%). Smaller shares come from secondary structures like decks (about 430) and condominium apartments (roughly 300). Offices, stores, and restaurants each account for under 2% of permits, indicating a construction market overwhelmingly centered on residential development.

Work Types

Work Type
New construction is the largest activity type, with nearly 5,900 permits (36%). Alterations and improvements follow closely at 4,300 (27%). Additions and demolitions are each around 950–980 permits, or about 6% apiece. Mechanical work like furnace and A/C installs account for about 570 permits (3.5%). Other categories such as site servicing and temporary buildings are present but minor in comparison.

Construction Values

Construction Value
Permit values cover a broad spectrum. The most common cost bracket is $100K–$500K, at just over 4,000 permits (25%). Mid-range projects between $10K and $50K (3,400 permits, 21%) are also frequent. High-value projects above $500K total around 3,100 (19%), while over 980 projects exceed $1M (6%). Small jobs under $10K still make up over 1,200 permits combined.

Statuses

Status
More than half of permits are closed (8,200, 51%), while another 5,500 (34%) are currently issued. Conditional permits make up 1,270 (8%). A smaller set fall into categories like resubmission, review, or revoked status, each under 2%. This distribution shows most applications proceed smoothly through the process, with relatively few cancellations.

Temporal Trends

Folder Year
Permit activity has been steady across recent years, with the busiest periods between 2019 and 2024, each year contributing around 2,000–2,600 permits. The peak year was 2023 (2,600 permits, 16%), while early data for 2025 already shows over 1,000 permits, suggesting continued strong activity.

Geographic Distribution

Street Name
Permits are most common on Rebecca Street (about 200), Lakeshore Rd W (190), and Sixth Line (190). Other corridors like Speers Rd, Post Rd, and Bristol Circle also see elevated levels, reflecting development along Oakville’s major streets and growth areas. Infill and redevelopment are visible across both established neighbourhoods and newer subdivisions.

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Full AddressPermit NumberFolder NumberIssue DatePermit TypeBuilding TypeConstruction ValueStatusPermit Description
2371 Lakeshore Road W25 1166572025 116657 000 00 BDP2025-08-21Retail - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing buildingAdvertising and Sales Offices200000IssuedTenant fit-out in an existing unit to create a model suite with interior connection to an adjacent sales office for a future condominium project. No GFA added. Scope of work to include New opening between basement storage spaces and new passage opening between unit 2365B and 2371.
1413 Jefferson Crescent2025 121821 000 00 BDP2025-08-27House - Part 9 - Detached House9000Issuedoutside sewer spot repair approx. 5' near the property line
70 Walby Drive2025 118342 000 00 BDP2025-08-21House - Part 9 - Detached House325000IssuedInterior renovation of first floor, including wall removal and relocation, new bathroom, exterior window and door alterations on rear of the dwelling. Add new door from garage to house. Bump garage to house common wall into the garage slightly.
160 William Street25 1179702025 117970 000 00 BDP2025-08-16Church - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing buildingChurches7000IssuedFire panel replacement
1075 Wheat Boom Drive25 1053392025 105339 000 00 BDP2025-08-27n/a - New ConstructionHouse - Part 9 - Town House542402.3IssuedNew two dwelling unit, three storey townhouse. Blk 34, Unit 4 - Repeat of #25-105317 Model L2006 Elev B. Two bedroom in each unit, with unfinished bsmt, attached garage, covered porch, terrace and balcony unfinished basement, attached garage, covered porches, No Options.
1073 Wheat Boom Drive25 1053192025 105319 000 00 BDP2025-08-27n/a - New ConstructionHouse - Part 9 - Town House542402.3IssuedNew two dwelling unit, three storey townhouse. Blk 34, Unit 3 - Repeat of #25-105317 Model L2006 Elev B. Two bedroom in each unit, with unfinished bsmt, attached garage, covered porch, terrace and balcony unfinished basement, attached garage, covered porches, No Options.
1239 Black Bear Trail2025 120391 000 00 BDP2025-08-27House - Part 9 - Detached House499721IssuedRepeat of 25-108189 - Construction of a new two storey single detached dwelling. Model - F34A The Barnett - Elevation CR: 4bdrm with attached garage and covered porch. Options: The Next Step. GEOTHERMAL HEATING SYSTEM. 2024 Building Code.
1106 Burnhamthorpe Road W2025 121816 000 00 BDP2025-08-28Vacant100000IssuedDemolition of two storey wood siding house for future development.
2350 Hertfordshire Way24 1572712024 157271 000 00 AH2025-08-28Accessory Unit in HouseSingle Family Detached Dwelling35000IssuedProposed 2 bedroom second dwelling unit with main floor side entrance and one bedroom/bathroom area for owner's personal use. 1 new window and 1 enlarged window. Installation of a new HRV.
1208 Black Bear Trail2025 119349 000 00 BDP2025-08-15House - Part 9 - Detached House596507IssuedRepeat of 25-111863 - Construction of a new two storey single detached dwelling. Model - Model F34B Coxland- Elevation EM: 4bdrm with attached garage and covered porch. Options: The Next Step. Geothermal HVAC systems. 2024 BUILDING CODE
1238 Maverick Way2025 120982 000 00 BDP2025-08-27House - Part 9 - Detached House597750IssuedRepeat of 25-111863 - Construction of a new two storey single detached dwelling. Model - Model F34B Coxland- Elevation TA: 4bdrm with attached garage and covered porch and deck. Geothermal HVAC systems. 2024 BUILDING CODE
424 Golden Oak Drive25 1106312025 110631 000 00 BDP2025-08-21SINGLE DWELLING UNIT - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing buiHouse - Part 9 - Detached House60000IssuedAccessory Dwelling Unit: Basement apartment in existing two (2) storey home. Add one (1) new and enlarge two (2) existing basement windows. Basement entrance using existing below grade side entrance.
573 Settlers Road W2025 119328 000 00 BDP2025-08-27House - Part 9 - Semi detached dwelling1000IssuedAs-built above grade door in the side yard
389 Spring Blossom Crescent25 1180162025 118016 000 00 BDP2025-08-13Single Family Dwelling - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing bHouse - Part 9 - Town House100000IssuedInterior alterations to main floor, new exterior opening on east exterior wall. Remove interior wall. Reconfigure kitchen layout.
2385 Bluestream Drive2025 119593 000 00 BDP2025-08-21Accessory structure12000IssuedEnlarging the existing Deck on rear yard of the existing two storey dwelling.
2501 Third Line Unit A25 1128522025 112852 000 00 BDP2025-08-20RETAIL - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing buildingStores (Health)10000IssuedShoppers Drug Mart security gates install. No GFA added.
1370 Marblehead Road25 1110482025 111048 000 00 BDP2025-08-27SFD - Addition to an existing buildingHouse - Part 9 - Detached House25000IssuedAccessory Dwelling Unit: Basement apartment in 2 storey house with below grade entrance. Proposal of one new window, enlargement of two windows and reconstructed new rear deck.
550 Kerr Street25 1139292025 113929 000 00 BDP2025-08-12Retail - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing buildingStores (Health)10000IssuedShoppers Drug Mart security gates install. No GFA added.
2021 Sixth Line Unit 425 1178562025 117856 000 00 BDP2025-08-23SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING - Alteration/repair OR Alteration/finish to an existing bHouse - Part 9 - Town House15000IssuedInterior Alteration: converting existing powder room into full washroom in the basement and proposing new powder room on main floor.
2019 Lakeshore Road E25 1138812025 113881 000 00 BDP2025-08-23Residential SFD - New ConstructionHouse - Part 9 - Detached House1250000IssuedProposed two storey single family dwelling with finished basement and below grade entrance, attached garage, partial rear covered porch.
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About This Dataset

This dataset covers approximately 16,300 permits reflecting construction and development activity in Oakville. The records span residential and commercial sectors, showing a town heavily focused on housing growth while still supporting a smaller stream of institutional, industrial, and retail projects.

Residential construction dominates, with single-family homes making up more than half of all permits. Townhouses and condominium units follow, while offices, restaurants, and retail stores account for only a small portion. Work types are split between new construction and alterations, with additions, demolitions, and mechanical work also significant. Construction values are spread across a wide range, though the bulk of projects fall between $100K and $500K.

Geographically, activity is concentrated along major streets such as Rebecca Street, Lakeshore Road W, and Sixth Line, reflecting infill development in established areas as well as expansion in newer subdivisions. Permit volumes have remained consistently strong across the past seven years, peaking in 2023 with over 2,600 permits, and early 2025 already shows substantial activity.

Overall, the dataset provides a comprehensive look at Oakville’s development trends, showing a community experiencing steady residential growth with diverse project types and investment levels.

Dataset Information

SubjectLanduse and Development
JurisdictionBuilding Services, Town of Oakville, Province of Ontario
Data ProviderTown of Oakville
Sourcehttps://portal-exploreoakville.opendata.arcgis.com/
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