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Building Permit

Welcome to the Building Permit Application Process

Important: Your application will auto-save as a draft after 30 minutes of inactivity. You can find your draft in your MyCity profile under "In-Progress Applications". Drafts are kept for a limited time, so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Application Conditions

  • Applications must be submitted through a MyCity profile (sign up required)
  • All fields marked * are mandatory
  • The application fee is non-refundable.
    • Payment must be made online by credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express). A 2.4% surcharge applies to all credit card payments.
    • Application fees are determined based on whether the project is classified as Non-Complex or Complex under BC Building Code Division A, Section 1.3.3 .
    • $150 (Non-Complex)
      $250 (Complex)
    • The applicable fee will be determined based on the details of your application.

Application Types

You may apply for the following types of building permits:

  • Single Family Dwelling
  • Multi Family Dwelling
  • Agricultural Buildings
  • Commercial Buildings
  • Industrial Buildings
  • Institutional Buildings
  • Mixed-Use Buildings
  • Accessory Structures

Permit applications include new construction, additions, additional suites, alterations, foundations, or repairs.


Personal information is collected for the purposes of processing your application. Any collection, use, or disclosure of personal information is in accordance with section 26(c) and 26(e) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPAA). For more information, about collection use or disclosure, contact the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Head at [email protected] or at 250-545-1361.