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Get an occupancy permit

New permit and service fees in effect: January 1, 2025

Because of holiday hours and service levels, applications received in December may be:

  • Processed in the new year
  • Subject to 2025 fees

Submit your completed application as soon as possible to be eligible for processing in 2024.

Review 2024 and 2025 fees (1.3 MB)

Occupancy permits:

  • Ensure that buildings comply with relevant bylaws and codes
  • Ensure that buildings are safe for people to use

Steps to getting an occupancy permit

Contact the Development and Building Services Centre

Contact us online

The Development and Building Centre is open for in-person scheduled appointments or payments. 

Location and mailing address
Development and Building Centre
515 West 10th Avenue, Ground Floor
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4A8