

We are making changes to speed up permitting and reduce wait times. Learn more about the changes
Review the steps to getting a field review before submitting an application.
Field reviews are part of an alternative permit-issuing process for small renovation projects that don't require major upgrading but do require a building permit.
Steps to getting a field review
Review the latest permit processing times
Permit processing times for June 2025
Elapsed time measures from the date that an application generates a permit number to when the permit is issued. Timelines are influenced by the volume of instream applications to be processed, completeness of the application, site/project specific requirements, customer response times, and more.
Permit processing workflow
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1
Prepare and submit your application to us
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2
We work with you to review your application
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3
Book your field review inspection
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4
We inspect your site and once the inspection is passed, we issue your permit
Contact the Development and Building Services Centre
Location and mailing address
Development and Building Centre
515 West 10th Avenue, Ground Floor
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4A8
Opening hours for in-person payments and scheduled appointments
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30am to 4pm
Closed holidays