As of July 1, you will need a mechanical permit to install heat pumps and all other heating systems.
For more information and requirements: Review mechanical permits
What you need to know
Visit our Bring It Home 4 Climate Program page External website, opens in new tab to learn about home energy efficiency, identify what upgrades are best suited to your needs, and improve your home’s comfort.
We’re streamlining the permit process so you can get your heat pump installed faster and through a simpler process. As of July 1, your heat pump installation can be accomplished through a mechanical permit for most installations – avoiding having to get a development and building permit.
Information icon We do not administer heat pump rebate applications. For questions about heat pump rebate, contact a Clean BC Better Homes Energy Coach through their online form External link icon or by phone 1-844-881-9790.
Find out which permits are required to install an electric heat pump to heat and cool your home or hot water.
Upcoming events
Visit City Hall or your local community centre to learn about:
- Heat pumps
- Available rebates over $12,000
- Vancouver’s leadership in adopting heat pump retrofit work
Locations and dates
Information icon This is a freestanding display without a person on-site. For display times, visit the facility's webpage for operating hours.
- Hillcrest Community Centre - February 16 to April 6
- Kitsilano Community Centre - April 6 to April 24
- Trout Lake Community Centre - April 24 to April 29
- City Hall - May 2 to July 11
- Killarney Community Centre - July 11 to August 15
- Creekside Community Centre - August 18 to September 19
Guides and brochures
- Central heat pump consumer guide PDF file (3.8 MB)
- Mini-split heat pump consumer guide PDF file (2.1 MB)
- Heat pump exhibit homeowner's guide PDF file (13.8 MB)
Heat pump rebate and energy efficient enquiries
Information icon We do not administer heat pump rebate applications.
- Contact a Clean BC Better Homes Energy Coach through their online form External link icon or by phone 1-844-881-9790.
For other questions, contact us at cleanenergy@vancouver.ca
Energy resources and program information for your home
General permit enquiries
Contact the Development and Building Services Centre online or by phone at 604-873-7611.