Property Information Requests

Most property information, such as building information, surveys, building permits, suite permits, can be obtained by completing a Property Information Request.

For each request, there may be fees associated that are billed by staff time and number of copies requested. The cost for each request will vary depending on the volume of records and amount of staff time for retrieval and preparation of records.

Buying or Selling a Property?

The most common requests are from potential owners or real estate agents trying to collect general information on properties for sale such as site surveys, permit history, or secondary suite information. To obtain property records submit a Property Information Request Application.

Property Information Request Application [PDF - 191 KB]

*Note: due to privacy and copyright legislation, building plans will only be released to the property owner or with their written permission. Please also complete an Agent Authorization Form [PDF - 71 KB] if permission is required.

Completed applications can be submitted:

  • By email: buildingpermits@viewroyal.ca
  • By mail: Town of View Royal, Attn: Development Services, 45 View Royal Avenue, Victoria, BC, V9B 1A6
  • In person (or dropbox): View Royal Town Hall, 45 View Royal Avenue
  • By fax: 250-727-9551

Looking for Zoning Information?

Zoning information for a property can be found by first looking on the Zoning Map to identify what zone the property is in. Once you have identified the zone for the property, you can look at the Zoning Bylaw to see what specific rules are required in that zone.

Letter of Comfort

If you are looking at developing a property and would like a detailed letter stating particular information regarding its development potential and current zoning restrictions, you may request a Letter of Comfort. A Letter of Comfort is a detailed and comprehensive document that outlines a property's current development potential. If you would like to request a Letter of Comfort, please contact:

  • By email: planning@viewroyal.ca
  • By mail: Town of View Royal, Attn: Development Services, 45 View Royal Avenue, Victoria, BC, V9B 1A6
  • In person (or dropbox): Town Hall, 45 View Royal Avenue
  • By fax: 250-727-9551

How quickly can I get this information?

As Property Information Requests are completed in the order they are received, response times will vary depending on the volume of requests. As such, please allow time for a Property Information Request to be processed.
Note: Property Information Requests will not be processed over the phone.


For all other property questions, please contact: