Unmatched Ontario Building Code Expertise

I started MW Drafting & Design with one clear mission: to raise the standard of architectural drawings used for building permit applications in Ontario. As a former municipal plans examiner and municipal building inspector, I’ve learned that a strong foundation in the Ontario Building Code is the key to getting projects approved as efficiently as possible.

In January 2020, I made the decision commit full-time to my then side business, MW Drafting & Design. Operating my own architectural design firm allows me to apply my deep building code knowledge and experience from the very start of each project, ensuring successful project outcomes from the ground up.

Today, I continue to support a team of designers who embody these founding principles. Together, we’re committed to ensuring every project runs smoothly, from permit approval to completion.

-Justin Massecar, Owner & Designer, MW Drafting & Design

Meet Our Team

Justin Massecar, Owner, MW Drafting & Design

Emiley Renner, Architectural Technologist

 

What Sets Us Apart

Navigating Ontario Building Code and Local Regulations

Our founder, Justin Massecar, has extensive firsthand knowledge of what Ontario building inspectors and municipalities look for in permit applications, giving us a unique advantage in navigating the complexities of local building codes and regulations.

Comprehensive Permit Management Ensuring Compliance from the Start

We take full responsibility for managing your entire permit application process, ensuring your project meets all regulatory requirements right from the beginning, avoiding unnecessary, frustrating and costly delays. We even offer a Minor Variance Approval Guarantee.

Extensive Experience Across Southern Ontario Municipalities

Our experience working within municipalities including Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Hamilton, Burlington, London, Niagara, Brantford, Norfolk & Haldimand County, we know how to anticipate and address potential challenges, reducing the risk of delays.

 

Our Communication Guarantee

We know how frustrating it can be when you're left in the dark about your own project. At MW Drafting & Design, we believe that clear, consistent communication is the foundation of a successful partnership. That’s why we guarantee weekly updates—typically every Friday—so you’re always in the loop.

Each update will let you know:

  • What we worked on this week

  • What we're planning to work on next week

  • If we need anything from you to keep the project moving forward

No more guessing or chasing down information. Our clients can focus on what matters most, knowing that their project is on track and being handled with care.

 

Our Qualifications

We offer the highest quality of work to our clients. Our designers stay up to date with the latest building science and construction techniques and are obsessed with detail. You can take comfort in knowing that you are working with a fully insured, registered design firm equipped with the necessary qualifications as per the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

All of our construction documents are stamped with our distinct BCIN (Building Code Identification Number), and include a declaration stating that we are taking responsibility for our design.

Like our work, we hold our stamp to the highest standard. Only the highest quality drawings will bear the MW stamp of approval.

Qualifications

Small Buildings
House Design
Complex Buildings
Building Services
Detection, Lighting and Power
Plumbing – House/All Buildings
Building Structural
General Legal
HVAC - House

HRAI (CSA-F280-12) Certified:
Residential Heat Loss/Heat Gain Calculations
Residential Duct System Design