Request property research and copies of permits

We maintain permit related records for most commercial buildings, multiple-family dwellings (for example apartment buildings, condos, etc.) and one- and two-family dwellings.

Property research requests can be for:

Quality of documents

Permit submission requirements have evolved over time, and older application records are less comprehensive than modern-day submissions. Technology used to scan and store records has improved significantly, so older records may not be of the best quality. 

  While we will do our best to find the information you have requested, we cannot guarantee that the particular information/documentation you need is available.

Steps to requesting property research and copies of permits

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

Search for a permit or application

Contact the Development and Building Services Centre

Contact us online

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