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On April 1, 2025, the Town of Milton will introduce a new registration program for Additional Residential Units (ARUs) to record critical emergency response information for Fire and Rescue Services, ensuring the safety of ARU occupants and overall compliance with municipal regulations and zoning by-laws for ARUs.
Residents must register their new or existing ARUs in person at Town Hall or online starting April 1. A one-time registration fee of $340 per ARU is required. The Town has created an ARU guide to help residents understand what is required when they construct an ARU on their property.
ARUs are self-contained, residential units with a kitchen, sleeping area, and bathroom. Common examples of ARUs include basement apartments, granny flats, coach houses, and garden suites. Residents wishing to add one of these units to their property must follow specific requirements and obtain a building permit from the Town.
In June 2024, Town Council approved changes to the Official Plan and zoning by-laws to allow ARUs in Milton’s urban areas. This decision aims to create more affordable housing options and increase the overall housing supply in Milton. Rural ARUs are currently under review, and public meetings will take place later this year.
For more information about building permits and Town requirements for ARUs, contact the Town of Milton’s Building Division.
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