Building Permits

Permits are generally required for all but not limited to the following:

• Construction of new buildings or structures, accessory buildings, building additions; 
• Interior or exterior renovations including moving/adding walls, doors or floors, replacing windows or doors of a different size, new commercial installation, converting porches, carports or garages to living space, or a home business, etc;
• Replacing or installing a wood burning appliance;
• Adding, expanding, repairing or replacing a deck, dock, stairs, pool, pergola, etc;
• Moving a building;
• Building a retaining wall or series of retaining walls where the total combined height is over 1.2m;
• Demolishing or stripping the interior materials from all or part of a building;
• Changing the occupancy of a building or part thereof (e.g. installing a new business in a unit);
• Installing a secondary suite.
  

Before getting started:
The Building Services Department is always available for questions and assistance in determining if a building or plumbing permit is required. If you are not sure if you need a permit, please send us an email with a description of the project, the type of building, and/or address. It is recommended to confirm with the Town if a permit is required before completing an application form or undertaking work without a permit.

Applying for a Permit

Applying for a permit can be overwhelming. The first step in putting together your application package for submission is to identify if the building/structure involved in the project is classified as a Part 9 or Part 3 building. This information will direct you to the correct application form to use for your project. 

• Part 9 Buildings: generally include but are not limited to a single family, duplex, multi-family under 600m², and small commercial buildings.
• Part 3 Buildings: generally include but are not limited to buildings that are over 600m², large commercial, apartments, condos and mixed use, public and institutional buildings.

Application Forms & Submission

The building and plumbing permit application forms include a specific list of documentation required for a complete application. All new construction must meet BC Energy Step Code, Zero Carbon Step Code, and other applicable standards. The Province has a number of rebates and programs available through Clean BC to homeowners who choose to install energy efficient systems within their home. All building application submissions must include the completed application form, all required documentation (in all required formats) as listed on the application and the application fee to be accepted for processing.

 

• Building Services
  buildingpermits@viewroyal.ca
  250-708-2256