New Commercial/Multi-Family/Industrial/Public Building Construction Permit

A building permit is required for the construction of a new commercial, multi-family, industrial, or public building.

What information is required for a building permit?

All applications require:

• Building Permit Application
• Appointment of Agent (PDF) - if you are not the current registered owner

Further requirements are dependent on the size and use of the building:

• Commercial/Multi-Residential/Industrial - Detailed Guide to Building Permit Applications (PDF)

• Part 3 Commercial Application Checklist (PDF)

• Part 3 buildings are classified as Group A, B, or F-1, or exceeding 600 m2 in building area or exceeding three storeys in building height and have major occupancies. Group C (residential), Group D (office/service), or Group F-2/F-3 (medium- and high-hazard industrial).

• Part 9 Commercial Application Checklist (PDF)

• Part 9 buildings are 3 storeys or less, have a building area less than 600 m2 and have major occupancies classified as Group C (residential), Group D (office/service), Group E (retail), or F-2/F-3 (medium- and low-hazard industrial).

Related Information

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• Building Code Analysis (PDF)
• Fabric Structures Building Permit Application Checklist (PDF)
• Energy Step Code
• Mid-Rise Wood Buildings (up to 6 stories) Building Permit Application Checklist
• Trailers - Temporary and Permanent Placement for Commercial Unit