Follow the links below to find the types of permits required for building or renovating a property and learn about the application process.
On March 8, 2024, the new 2024 BC Codes for Building, Plumbing, and Fire will take effect. These new codes will apply to all permit applications uploaded to our document centre on or after March 8.
The previous 2018 BC Codes will apply only to permit applications that are completed and submitted in full, on or before March 7, 2024.
Please note that any partial submissions which remain incomplete on March 8, 2024, will become subject to the new 2024 Codes.
The District has adopted changes to Energy Step Code requirements for new buildings, effective November 1, 2023. Click hereto find out more.
Wondering what permits are required to install a heat pump? Click here to find out more.
Please note that new changes to the Fees and Charges Bylaw will take effect January 1, 2024. For further information please go to Fees and Charge Bylaw.
Dampproofing inspections update: As of December 1, 2021, all dampproofing inspections are to be scheduled in association with the building permit rather than the drainage permit. If booking online, please login to the building permit account associated with the subject property in order to schedule the dampproofing inspection. If sending in an email request, please reference the building permit number.
Effective January 1, 2024, our process for hazardous materials requirements will be updated to align with WorkSafeBC and to address feedback received between February and December 2023. Please click here to find out more before submitting your renovation permit in a building construction prior to 1990.
Digital Document Submissions: In response to COVID-19, our Permits & Inspections Office is operating remotely. We have transitioned to accepting only digital applications and documents, and all fees can be paid online. Access to our portal for document submissions.
Types of Permits
Everything you need to know to apply for your single family building permit including checklists, a step by step guide and link to the Document Upload Centre.
Everything you need to know to apply for your multi-family dwelling permit including checklists, a step by step guide and link to the Document Upload Centre.
Everything you need to know to apply for your commercial building permit including checklists, a step by step guide and link to the Document Upload Centre.
The Certified Professional (CP) Program is an alternative building permit process in which a Certified Professional who is recognized as a CP by the Architectural Institute of British Columbia and Engineers and Geoscientists BC performs the full building review and inspection role on behalf of the District.
All electrical permits must be taken out on your behalf by a provincially-qualified contractor, unless you can demonstrate to the electrical inspector that you have the knowledge and skills to do the work.
There are five main types of development permit areas: Environmental, Wildfire Hazard, Foreshore, Form & Character for Multi-Family and Commercial Areas, and Duplex.
Lawn sprinkling permits are approved only for newly seeded or turfed lawns, or to allow extra lawn irrigation during nematode application for pest management.
A street occupancy permit is required whenever any portion of municipal property (i.e. boulevard, sidewalk, roadway or public lane) is temporarily occupied.
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