Do You Need a Permit for a Retaining Wall in Ontario?
Do you need a permit for a retaining wall in Ontario? The 1 m rule, when a P.Eng. stamp is required, permit costs and setbacks, explained by the builders.
Why Forty Five Scapes
Design, excavation, stonework and planting are done by the Forty Five Scapes team, not passed down a chain of subcontractors. The people who quote your job are the people who build it.
Every installation we build is covered for five years. If something we built settles or shifts, we come back and fix it.
From backyard patios to waterfront estates and commercial lots, our portfolio covers more than 100 finished projects around Georgian Bay. Ask us for references near you.
You get a written quote after a site visit, and a direct line to the owner while the work is underway.
We're based on Fuller Ave in Penetanguishene and our work is in community parks and city buildings around Midland, as well as private properties across the bay.
More than fifteen years of building landscapes in Midland, Collingwood, Barrie and the surrounding area means we know the soils, the slopes and the permits before we break ground.
Start to finish
From securing permits and utility locates to designing, managing subcontractors, and ensuring a spotless final clean-up, we handle it all. Reach out to us today! Let's discuss your project in detail—outlining pricing, timelines, and more—to tailor our services perfectly to your needs.
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