Southeast False Creek construction

Get a building permit

New permit and service fees in effect January 1, 2024

Due to service levels and holiday hours, applications received in December may be:

  • Processed in the new year
  • Subject to 2024 fees

Submit your completed application as soon as possible to be eligible for processing in 2023.

Review 2023 and 2024 fees (1.3 MB)

Construction projects and any change of land use or occupancy on private property will require a building permit.

It is important that your project complies with the Vancouver Building By-law to meet life safety, livability, accessibility, and sustainability requirements. A building permit is the tool we use to achieve these requirements. 

Not sure if you need a building permit? Review when you need a permit

Confirm if a building permit application has been received or permit issued

Find a permit or application by address, number, or date.

Search for a permit or application

We are making changes to speed up permitting, reduce wait times, and streamlining some building permits. Learn about the changes

Don’t follow the steps to getting a building permit if you:

Review the steps to getting a building permit before submitting an application.

Submit application package  

Steps to getting a building permit

Steps to submitting an amendment to an issued building permit

General permit enquiries

Contact the Development and Building Services Centre online

Permits, inspections, and forms

Apply for and manage permit

Review regulations and apply for the required permits for your construction or renovation project.

Inspections

Book or cancel an electrical, plumbing, building, fire sprinkler, gas, or sidewalk inspection for your construction or renovation project.

Forms, checklists, and bulletins

View and download the building or development permit application forms and submission requirements.