Get a fire sprinkler permit

Steps to getting a fire sprinkler permit

 You must be a licensed fire sprinkler contractor with a valid City of Vancouver or inter-municipal business licence to apply for a fire sprinkler permit. Get a business licence

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  Step 1:  Apply for a permit and pay fees

  A. Review fees

  Fees will be payable at the time of permit submission: 

  • View the schedule of fees and permits  (791 KB)

  B. Submit forms and pay fees 

  You can submit your form and pay the required fees either online or in person.

   Effective January 1, 2019, all fire sprinkler permit applications (whether we receive them online or in person) will be processed in the order that they are received. Our goal is to process and issue all fire sprinkler permits within five business days. 

  Option A: Submit online

  1. Register for an online account (If you don't have an account.)
  2. Submit your application
  3. Pay fees

  Register and submit application

  Option B: Submit in person

  1. Fill out the required forms:

  • ​Sprinkler permit application  (58 KB)
  • Schedule B  (180 KB) - revision effective January 1, 2018
  • Owner's information certificate  (190 KB)

  2. ​Visit the Development and Building Services Centre with your completed forms

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  Step 2:  Receive your permit and begin work

  Once your permit is issued, you are able to begin work. 

  All work must be inspected to have your permit finalized.

  Book an inspection