Building Services
| Standards for health, safety, accessibility, and energy and water efficiency in buildings are set out in the The BC Building Code. Provisions for local administration of the BC Building Code within the City are found in the City of Powell River Building Bylaw. The Building Services Division is responsible for implementing the regulations for the City of Powell River . | ||||||||||
To keep Powell River safe and livable, the City reviews Permit applications, and enforces regulations in a fair and consistent manner. A permit is required for the following:
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Building Permit Information Package |
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| Prior to starting any stage of your project, including excavation or demolition, you must obtain the required permit(s). |
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| Click here to get to Applications for Permits | ||||||||||
| Building Permit Fees (excerpt from Building Bylaw) | ||||||||||
| Geotechnical Report Guidelines | ||||||||||
| Development Application Fees | ||||||||||
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Applications forms need to be completed in full and submitted to City Hall. Ensure that the items on check lists have been completed, required documentation has been attached, and that it has been signed by the owner(s) of subject lands. The City may request electronic documents be forwarded to assist in processing the application. |
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| All work must comply with the current British Columbia Building Code (BCBC) and be completed to the satisfaction of the City Building Inspector. Work must not commence until a Building Permit is issued. During construction, inspections by the Building Inspector are required to be completed at the phases outlined in the current Building Bylaw before subsequent phases can proceed. Some projects may require assurance by a Professional Engineer in the form of a Letter of Assurance. A final inspection is carried out when all inspections are completed and approved. New building or a building with a change of use must not be occupied until an Occupancy Permit is issued after a successful final inspection. | ||||||||||
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If you need more information, contact Building Services. |
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The following links are provided by the Building Department as information available to the public. Building Permits Issued by Issued Date Range. |
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