The Development Services Department oversees building and renovating within the City of Dawson Creek. All construction projects must adhere to the current BC Building Code and our Building Regulation Bylaw. The Zoning Bylaw and the Official Community Plan regulate the types of projects and land use within the city.
You may need a permit for construction projects on your property. You may need a renovation permit if you are making changes on your property.
Examples of when you need a permit |
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Examples of when you do not need a permit |
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If you are unsure if you need a permit, contact our Building Inspector.
You do not need a permit to build a fence. However, you do need to follow the rules listed in section 5.12 of our Zoning Bylaw. You also need to call BC 1 Call or DigShaw before starting to locate any necessary lines.
Corner properties |
If your property is on a corner, nothing should block your line of sight at the intersection.
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Definitions of Zoning Bylaw terms |
The definitions below are worded in simple terms that are different from our Zoning Bylaw, making every effort to match them as closely as possible. Therefore, our Zoning Bylaw will come before these definitions if there is a discrepancy.
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Height of fence |
Measure the height of your fence from the ground right next to your fence to the highest point of your fence. If you are building on top of a retaining wall, measure from the bottom of the wall to the highest point of your fence.
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Location |
Your fence must be located on your property. It cannot be on City property, or any city right-of-way or easement areas.
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Property line |
To locate your property line or pins, hire a registered BC Land Surveyor (BCLS) to come to your property and find your property corners. We cannot locate your property lines, but we can provide a rough dimension for you with air photos, legal plans and record drawings. These may be up to 5 metres out of alignment. It is your responsibility to find the accurate location of your property lines.
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Zoning |
Our Zoning Bylaw outlines the zoning for all of the properties in Dawson Creek. Use our zoning map, or contact our Engineering Department at City Hall for help. |