Temporary Discharge Permits
Temporary discharges to the City’s storm sewer system require a permit or prior written approval from the City of Brampton.
This may include:
- Stormwater associated with certain construction activities
- Water from construction dewatering activities
- Temporary groundwater drainage
A temporary discharge must not begin until a permit or written approval has been issued by the City.
Request a Temporary Discharge Permit
To request approval for a temporary discharge, contact
environment@brampton.ca.
As part of the application and review process, applicants may be asked to provide supporting information, documentation and/or photographs related to the proposed discharge.
City staff will review the information provided to determine whether the proposed discharge can be approved and if any additional information or requirements are needed.
Temporary Discharge Requirements
Temporary discharges must comply with the conditions of the permit or written approval issued by the City.
Under the Storm Sewer By-law (161-2026):
- The discharge rate must not exceed the maximum rate authorized by the City.
- Temporary discharges are not permitted within 24 hours of a storm event.
- A temporary discharge permit is issued for the approved activity and is not transferable.
- All other terms and conditions identified in the permit or written approval must be followed.
Discharges to the municipal storm sewer system without the required approval, or contrary to the conditions of an approval, are not permitted.
Discharges to the Sanitary Sewer System
The City of Brampton’s Temporary Discharge Permit process applies to temporary discharges to the municipal storm sewer system.
For information about discharges to the sanitary sewer system, including applicable requirements and approvals, visit the
Region of Peel’s Wastewater By-law webpage.
Before You Apply
Before contacting the City, applicants should be prepared to provide information about the proposed discharge, including details about the associated construction or development activity.
Additional application requirements and supporting information may be requested as part of the City’s review.
Contact: environment@brampton.ca
