Early closure on April 28 for federal election
On Monday, April 28, 2025, the Development and Building Services and Revenue Services Centre will close at 4pm to allow staff to vote in the federal election.
Our offices will reopen on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 8:30am.
We are always working to make Vancouver's homes and buildings safer, healthier, and more accessible. We:
- Work with the public to reduce the waste generated through building and renovating
- Review permit applications, and enforce regulations in a fair and consistent manner
- Work hard to decrease the length and complexity of the permit process by introducing online services and more efficient processes
- Enforce procedures to protect historic buildings and our urban forest during development and renovations
When you need a permit
Not all projects need a permit, find out when you don't need a permit.
There are risks to not having a permit. You could face serious – and potentially costly – consequences.
Determine if you need a permit and view the risks of working without a permit
