What you need to know
What you need to know
COVID-19 update
The Development and Building Services Centre is currently closed except for those with an appointment or providing payment. Many services are available online, by phone, or by appointment. Our staff continue to process and review applications to help ensure businesses can continue to operate. Inspections continue daily with enhanced safety precautions.
Construction and COVID-19 safety from WorkSafe BC External website, opens in new tab
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
Build or renovate a house
Review the steps to building or renovating a house, laneway house, or secondary suite.
Renovate a small business space
Find out how we can help small business owners plan a renovation, move, or start a business.
Apply for and manage permit
Review regulations and apply for the required permits for your construction or renovation project.
Forms, checklists, and bulletins
View and download the building or development permit application forms and submission requirements.
Inspections
Book or cancel an electrical, plumbing, building, fire sprinkler, gas, or sidewalk inspection for your construction or renovation project.
Get copies of plans, permits, and records
Get copies of approved building plans, permits, and property records.
Concerns about construction work
Report concerns about construction work, such as unpermitted or messy and unsafe construction.
Contact the Development and Building Services Centre
csg.enquirycentre@vancouver.ca
Location and mailing address
Development and Building Services Centre
515 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4A8
Transit nearby
- Broadway-City Hall SkyTrain Station
- 99 B-line, #15, and #9 buses
Free 2-hour parking
West 10th Ave parking lot,
between Cambie and Yukon
