# Ontario Driveway 2026: Asphalt vs Interlock vs Concrete — Costs, Permits and Maintenance

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Choosing a driveway material in Ontario means weighing upfront cost against long-term maintenance and freeze-thaw performance.

**Material comparison (2-car driveway, ~500 sq ft, GTA 2026):**

| Material | Installed Cost | Lifespan | Maintenance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Asphalt | $4,000-$7,000 | 20-30 yrs | Sealcoat every 3-5 yrs |
| Interlock | $12,000-$22,000 | 30-50 yrs | Re-sand joints every 5-7 yrs |
| Concrete | $8,000-$14,000 | 40-50 yrs | Avoid road salt, crack repair |
| Gravel | $1,500-$3,000 | Ongoing | Annual top-up |

**Key notes:**

- Permit required for new curb cut access to municipal road
- Some municipalities restrict impervious surface area (stormwater bylaws)
- Asphalt quality indicator: minimum 4" compacted granular base + 3" asphalt depth
- Concrete: road salt causes surface scaling — use sand-based ice control

Has anyone recently had interlock installed in the GTA? Who did you use and how was the price?

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