Building Permits
There are many types of building permits that you may need to apply for to complete a construction project in the City of West Kelowna. A building permit ensures that the work is in compliance with all codes and safety standards.
Applications and Forms |
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Permit and Application Information |
Information Bulletins for the following can be found on the Bulletins and Forms webpage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for obtaining a building permit? |
It is the owner's responsibility to obtain a building permit when required. You may authorize your contractor or designer to apply for a permit but as the owner you must ensure that they have the permit prior to starting any work. |
Why do I need a building permit? |
Permits ensure that construction projects meet all zoning requirements, fire and structural safety standards and other building standards required by the British Columbia Building Code (BCBC). Failure to obtain building permits can result in costly construction delays, legal action and/or the removal of work already completed. |
What projects need a building permit? |
The City’s Building Regulations Bylaw requires you to obtain a building permit for most projects on private property, including the construction of any structure with an area of more than 10 square metres (107.6 square feet) or that contains plumbing. Other permit-required projects include, but are not limited to:
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What projects don't require a permit? |
You do not require a building permit for a detached accessory structure that measures 10 square metres (108 square feet) in area or less and does not contain plumbing. Although you may not require a building permit, you must still meet the requirements of the Bylaws for Development Services and the British Columbia Building Code. Some typical projects that don't require a building permit include:
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What is the cost of a building permit? |
View our Fees and Charges Bylaw, Schedule 2- Building Permit Fees. |
When do I need to get a building inspection? |
After you have an approved permit in place, a building inspector must inspect each major phase of construction to ensure the work conforms to the approved plans. Find out more about Inspections. |
Application Process
The following information explains the application process for building permits issued by the City of West Kelowna.
Can I apply online? |
At this time you cannot apply for a building permit online. You must make an application in person as you can only pay the application fee with cash, debit or cheque. However, you are able to register and create a user account through the CityView portal so that you can keep track of your application status, upload any further documents that are requested and view inspection reports once construction has started. |
Submitting my application |
All permits require you to submit:
You many also be required to submit any of the following dependant on the scope of your project:
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