Building Permits

Visit our Sign Permits page to learn more.

Residential Building Permits include:

• Part 9 - Addition and Renovation
• Part 9 - Demolition Permit
• Part 9 - New Construction
• Deck
• Garage
• Plumbing Pemrit
• Shed
• Weeping Tile
• Wood Burning Appliance

The cost of permits changes depending on the type and value of your project. The Fees and Charges Bylaw lists the current fees.

You must contact our Building Inspector a minimum of 24 hours before scheduling an inspection. Schedule an inspection for:

• Drain tile, drain rock, damp proofing, and foundation prior to backfill 
• Final building and final plumbing 
• Footings formwork before concrete is placed - a survey certificate must be provided prior to inspection
• Foundation formwork before concrete is placed 
• Framing after floor, wall, roof, doors and windows are complete 
• Garage slab formwork before concrete is placed - a survey certificate must be provided prior to inspection
• Insulation and vapour barrier 

• Rough in plumbing

• Water and sanitary service connection

• Wood burning appliance 

• Underground piping or plumbing prior to covering 

You are responsible for ensuring electrical and gas inspections are completed. Please contact Technical Safety BC. 

For construction projects of Part 3 buildings, plans must include construction fire fire safety, architectural, structural, mechanical and plumbing, electrical and, if applicable, a geotechnical report and sprinkler system plan.

There are two categories for construction of Part 9 buildings:

•  Single family dwellings up to a triplex – plans must include, site plan, foundation, floor plan, elevations, and cross sections. 
• Tenant improvements – plans must include a construction fire safety plan, site plan, floor plan, elevations, and cross sections, and if applicable a foundation plan. 

For decks, shed, and detached garages, plans are included in the permit applications. If using engineered products (TJI systems or trusses) on any type of project, a preliminary drawing must be submitted with the application and stamped drawings submitted prior to final inspection. You must apply to the BC Housing Homeowner Protection Office before applying for a building permit.

The time it takes to get a permit depends on the time of year and how large the project is. 

• Summer months are the busiest time of year. 
• We recommend applying for a permit at least two weeks before you plan to start your project.