Altering An Existing Building or Lands

  • Any civil modifications including the installation and alteration of underground services

  • New buildings on existing leased lot

  • Change to an existing building (exterior)

  • Renovation of an existing facility (interior)

  • Modification to the primary  security line inside or outside (i.e. change locked doors to unlocked, alter fencing, etc.)

  • External lighting upgrades/reconfigurations 

An approved FAP is needed before the work begins. Submit FAP applications to Airport Construction & Development. Please include drawings and construction schedules. This process normally takes 15 working days. Extra time may be needed for based on the complexity of a project.

Development on the airport may need any of the following documents:

  • The Region of Waterloo Construction Safety/Operations Plan (available from Airport Operations)

  • Transport Canada/NAV Canada Guidelines (where applicable)

  • Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act/Canada Labour Code Part II

  • Ontario Building Code or National Building Code

  • Ontario Fire Code or National Fire Code

  • Environmental Codes and Practices (where applicable)

  • Region of Waterloo Design Guidelines for Municipal Services

  • Ontario Electrical Safety Authority Standards

Please note: Extra codes and guidelines may apply.