Window on Wasaga - November 2001

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November 2001

The Building Permit Question

To Get in the spirit

Get One Now Or Get Hammered Later

P

eople, people, people… gather around and take heed. It is unlawful to start construction or demolition on your property before you get a permit. Save yourself the hassle (and it is a hassle!) when you sell your home and find out that the beautiful job you did finishing your basement is now a roadblock to closing your deal.

The Buyer’s lawyer now routinely contacts the local municipality to see if a final occupancy permit was granted for your home and—if any work was done after you moved in—to see if a building permit was granted.

If you didn’t get a permit for your work, the town inspector and Ontario Hydro have the right to make you open up walls to see things like the installation of wiring, bathroom fans and plumbing. You will also be ordered to cease work until the proper permits are in hand and may face prosecution by the municipality.

Many locals cry foul but consider this: You buy a house where the previous owner finished the basement himself. You move in and six months later your new house burns to the ground due to faulty wiring.

Insurance companies will no longer insure your home if you can’t show them the proper permits prior to taking possession.

The building permit process protects the interests of the homeowner and the community at large, and ensures that any new construction or structural change is safe, legal and sound.

In many cases, your contractor will get permits on your behalf. But remember, the property owner is ultimately responsible for complying with all building requirements. Never assume your contractor has applied for a permit.

By obtaining a permit, you can also take advantage of the local building inspectors’ expertise. They can offer suggestions to help solve construction problems—sometimes before they occur—so try to be around during their visits (call 705-429-3847 for Wasaga Beach).

Nov. 23: Tree Lighting Ceremony Sing festive carols, sip hot chocolate and cider at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Beck Square (1st & Mosley Street) at 7:30 p.m. For more info call: 429-2247 Nov. 24: Annual Santa Claus Parade Santa Claus is coming to town—the parade starts at 1 p.m. at the You do not need a permit if you: corner of Dunkerron  do non-structural work such as: and 22nd St., then eavestroughs, kitchen cupboards, goes down 22nd St. to landscaping or fences (Note: fencing by Mosley to the Oakview Community Centre, -laws apply). where Santa has  build a wooden deck with no roof, arranged a reception. where the finished deck level is 24" or less above finished grade, regardless of Contact: Chamber of Commerce 429-2247 size when not attached to building Nov. 25: Brunch (however, zoning regulations apply)  install sky lights, provided not more than with Santa At the Oakview from 8 one rafter, joist, or other similar a.m. to 2 p.m., a structure member is cut or removed pancake breakfast,  replace a window or door provided magic show, clowns openings are not enlarged and Santa! Contact:  add-on cooling systems or air cleaners Jim at 429-3899.

You need a permit if you:  construct any new building i.e. new single family dwelling, garage  construct a foundation  repair or add to a building, including porches and decks  remodeling  enclose a porch or add a deck roof  add a chimney, woodstove or fireplace  install a pool (above or in-ground)  install siding or re-bricking  finish a basement  move a building onto a property

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furnace replacement proposed free standing structure is under Compiled for happy clients by: Bruce Johnson 100 square feet Sales Representative replace plumbing fixtures Mary Johnson Assistant

Don’t risk having to remove a downstairs RE/MAX of Wasaga Beach Inc. bathroom or a new deck because you thought 1263 Mosley St., Box 490 Wasaga Beach, ON L0L 2P0 you’d save a few bucks by skipping a permit. email: brucejohnson@remax.net You will have a difficult time selling your home www.thehomehunt.com until the proper permits can be produced. Don’t Tel: 705-429-4500 get hammered. Get a permit.

Fax: 705-429-4019

~Bruce

Window on Wasaga Homeowner Service Centre

November 2001

This report shows the number of MLS properties listed and sold in our area during the following time period: October 1st, 2001 to October 31st, 2001 Av. $1 to $80,000 - $100,000- $130,000- $160,000- $190,000- $220,000 - $260,000 - $300,000 Days On $80,000 $100,000 $130,000 $160,000 $190,000 $220,000 $260,000 $300,000 & over Market

By Area

Sales

Av. Price

Clearview

16

$180,013

71

0

4

3

1

2

3

0

1

2

Collingwood

28

$135,907

102

3

6

6

6

3

2

1

0

1

Town of the Blue Mtns

9

$206,556

159

2

0

1

0

3

1

1

0

1

Tiny Township

2

$99,250

80

0

1

1

0

0

0

0

0

0

Wasaga Beach

23

$151,174

92

2

3

3

6

3

3

2

1

0

Frequently Called Numbers Ambulance Office: (705) 429-4655 Arena: 429-3321 By-Law Department: 429-2511 Chamber of Commerce: 429-2247 Fire Department Office: 429-5281 Hydro Office: 429-2517 Library: 429-5481 Municipal Office: 429-3844 O.P.P. (Police): 911 (emergency only) Provincial Park Office: 429-2516 Public Works Department: 429-2540

OUR SERVICE PLEDGE As product and service providers we are 100% committed to a level of excellence that will make you say “WOW” and keep you coming back. We are aware that if we don’t exceed your expectations the first time and every time, you may be just a “satisfied customer”....and that’s not enough. Our desire is to have you so satisfied as clients that you will make a point of referring us to your friends, family and business associates.

THE “WOW” TRIVIA CONTEST Win A Wednesday Night Dinner For Two at: Goodies Cafe

“Name three things you need a building permit for in Wasaga Beach ?”

Call Bruce at 705-429-4500 to win!

Congratulations to last month’s winner:

Brenda Elkington

R.F. Hale Construction  Decks  Renovations  General Carpentry

705-428-5067

of Wasaga Beach Inc.

Bruce Johnson, Sales Representative

True INSTALLATIONS Ceramic Wall & Floor Tile Installations Slate Tumbled Stone & Tile By Design Mike Chapman Tel: (705) 429-7237 Mobile: (705)725-2294

BRIAN GREASLEY, B.Sc., LL.B. Barrister and Solicitor 33 Ste. Marie St. P.O. Box 490 Collingwood, ON L9Y 4B2 (705) 445-9300

1263 Mosley St. Riverbend Plaza Wasaga Beach, ON L0L 2P0 (705) 429-5199 Fax: (705) 445-2269

Your Family’s Full Service Lawyer

BROWN’S

MOVING, MAINTENANCE & PROPERTY CARE We do it all for You! Moving & Storage Yard Maintenance Home & Trailer Washing Odd Jobs Loads of topsoil/gravel

DAN BROWN: (705) 429-4323 Toll-Free Pager: (416) 550-2960

Medical, Surgical & Dental Facilities For Your Pet

W.D. Redick & Associates Inc.

John Redick Sales Representative 47 Ste. Marie St. Collingwood, ON L9Y 3J9 Bus: (705) 445-0301 Fax: (705) 445-1400

587 River Road West Wasaga Beach, ON L0L 2P0 Bus: (705) 429-7600 Fax: (705) 429-7610

TIMLOCK CONSTRUCTION

Al Timlock Box 186 Wasaga Beach, ON Tel: (705) 429-6870 “Building Fine Homes in Wasaga Beach Since 1964”

930 River Road West, Suite 5 Wasaga Beach, ON L0L 2P0

Nottawasaga Chiropractic Dr. Mardi Charlton B. Sc., D.C., Dip. Acu. Chiropractor, Acupuncturist Ph. (705) 429-5073 Fax: (705) 429-8168

Call Michelle or Steve 65 Cedar Pointe Dr., Suite 105 Barrie, ON L4N 9R3

1-800-396-POST -Certified Inspectors -Full E & O insurance -Reports given on site

Dr. Kelly Volmers, D.V.M. 91 RIVER RD. WEST, WASAGA BEACH ON L0L 2P0 (705) 322-3459 The advertisers herein are owned and operated independently. The Publisher cannot and does not guarantee or assume any liability for the services advertised.

YEAR-ROUND NEAR BEACH Cute home or cottage very close to sandy beach. 650 sq.ft. on main floor and nearly 500 sq.ft. in fully finished basement. Master bdrm and family room both have new gas fireplaces.

Also, 2 bathrooms & frontage on 2 streets. Offered at $89,900

TRULY A REMARKABLE HOME! 2,000 sq.ft. of main floor beauty & a 1,562 sq.ft. in-law suite downstairs.

Countless upgrades: 2 fireplaces, 40 oz. carpeting, 9’ ceilings, c/air & an inside entry to a dbl-car garage with a finished family room above. Perfect for a family living with elderly relatives. Offered at $229,900

GEORGIAN GLEN MODULAR 950 sq.ft. modular home in Georgian Glen Estates. Features include a large living room with a gas f/p, 2 spacious bedrooms, single-car garage, 2 sheds, screened porch & a private parkette next door. $383 monthly land lease includes taxes, water & sewer. Offered at $54,900 NEWER HOME ON ACORN Very well kept 1,005 sq.ft. home (1,700 sq.ft. finished) on Acorn Crescent. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, breakfast nook, central a/c and air cleaner, huge shed and a lovely lot in a newer area of fine homes.

Priced to sell at $154,900.

BEACHFRONT LOT! Waterfront lot in Wasaga’s west end.

Stone breakwall in place and water/ sewer/ gas at the lot line. There are mature trees, shrubs and perennial flowers and you are close to both Collingwood & Wasaga. This is your chance to own Wasaga beachfront property. Offered at $149,900 SHORE LANE COTTAGE Looking for a family cottage near the beach? You found it here on Shore Lane. 3 bedroom dwelling on a super large lot (75’ x 166’) with town services in and paid for and gas on the street. Soft sands of Wasaga Beach are right across the street.

Asking $108,900

ALL-BRICK HOME NEAR BEACH 2-storey home near the Beaches in Sunward Estates has 1,360 sq.ft. finished on each level. Ideal for 2 families—2 kitchens, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, huge 114’ x 185’ landscaped lot, circular driveway and a huge covered concrete balcony.

Offered at $179,900.

NEW HOME ON SMALLMAN This 1,163 sq.ft. new home features a dbl-car garage, gas f/p, eat-in kitchen & municipal services—all on a beautiful pie-shaped cul-de-sac lot.

Fully insured with ONHWP & GST included with rebate assigned to builder. All measurements approximate. Offered at $159,900

From the Mouths of Babes...

—Kids at a Catholic elementary school were asked Bible questions. These are some of their answers—unedited!  The Egyptians were all drowned in the dessert. Afterwards, Moses went up on Mount Cyanide to get the ten ammendments.  Lot's wife was a pillar of salt by day but a ball of fire by night.  The Jews were a proud people and throughout history they had trouble with the unsympathetic Genitals.  Moses led the hebrews to the Red Sea, where they made unleavened bread which is bread without any ingredients.  David was a hebrew king skilled at playing the liar. He fought with the Finklesteins, a race of people who lived in Biblical times. Solomon, one of David's sons, had 300 wives and 700 porcupines.  The people who followed the lord were called the 12 decibels.  The epistles were the wives of the apostles.

 Moses died before he ever reached Canada. Then Joshua led the hebrews in the battle of Geritol.  The seventh commandment is thou shalt not admit adultery.  When Mary heard that she was the mother of Jesus, she sang the Magna Carta.  When the three wise guys from the east side arrived, they found Jesus in the manager.  One of the oppossums was St. Matthew who was also a taximan.  St. Paul cavorted to Christianity. He preached holy acrimony, which is another name for marriage.  The greatest miracle in the Bible is when Joshua told his son to stand still and he obeyed him.  Jesus was born because Mary had an immaculate contraption.  Christians have only one spouse. This is called monotony.

RE/MAX of Wasaga Beach Inc. Independently Owned and Operated

Bruce Johnson, Sales Representative

1263 Mosley Street, Box 490 Wasaga Beach, ON L0L 2P0 E-mail: brucejohnson@remax.net

(705) 429-4500 “A Moving Experience” www.thehomehunt.com

Published by Bruce Johnson, Sales Representative, RE/MAX of Wasaga Beach Inc. Not intended to solicit properties currently listed.