Path 2 of 4
Construction has started.
Decisions made, permits issued, trucks arrived. Know your rights, document what's happening, flag anything off-spec.
What's likely happening
- A permit (or several) has been issued. The permit defines what's allowed — and what isn't.
- There are usually rules about hours, noise, dust, tree protection, and street access.
- If something doesn't match the approved plan, call inspectors or by-law enforcement — not the workers.
Start here — first steps
Small actions you can take this week. No tools required.
- 01
Get a copy of the permit
Permits are public. Ask for the address-specific file.
- 02
Photograph the site each week
Same angles, same time of day. A short visual log is incredibly useful later.
- 03
Log incidents with dates
Date, time, photo, who you called.
- 04
Know who to call
Save the by-law enforcement number, the inspector's contact, and your councillor's office.
Coming in future passes
Tools we're building for this moment
We're shipping the foundation first. These features will arrive as later chapters of Before They Build — designed to slot into the same calm flow.
Evidence Vault
A private place for photos, notices, and notes — organized for you, not lost in your phone.
Pass 4
Report Builder
Turn what you've gathered into a clean, printable PDF to share or submit.
Pass 5
Reader Reaction Analyzer
See how clearly your letter or comment reads before you send it.
Pass 6