Development Permit
A development permit is a required first step before building a new house, situating a manufactured home, demolishing some buildings, as well as most other types of development.
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A Development Permit must be approved before applying for Building and Trade Permits.
Building Permit
A building permit is required before building a new home. The building permit plans are compared to the approved development permit plans, and it is your responsibility to ensure the plans match.
- If a detached garage is also being built, a separate application must be submitted.
- If a driveway is part of the house design, a City approvals may be required under certain circumstances.
- If there is an existing property to be demolished or removed, a demolition permit must be obtained before a building permit application for new construction can be submitted.
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Trade Permits
Trades permits are required for each applicable sub-trade (plumbing, gas, electrical, HVAC) in the construction of a new home. Each type of work will be inspected individually.
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