Brampton council has postponed new permit requirements for driveway upgrades until later this year, based on feedback from residents. The decision was made at the June 19 council meeting.

The new rules were originally scheduled to come into effect on July 2. They are now expected to come into effect on Nov. 22. City staff will review the permit program and report back to committee of council in early fall with any recommended changes.

Currently, anyone widening their driveway only requires a city permit to cut the municipal curb.

Residents are reminded there are maximum permitted widths for driveways in the city, based on the width of their lot. To help ensure proper drainage on a property, there must be 0.6 metres (two feet) of permeable landscaping, such as grass, garden, flower bed, between the driveway and the side lot line.