FAQ
Do I need a building/plumbing permit for my proposed project?
Where can I get a building/plumbing permit application?
What documentation should I include with my building permit application?
- Refer to our permit application and checklists on the Permit Application page for more information.
How do retrieve the history and obtain copies of building permit(s) for a specific property or properties?
- Submit a Records Retrieval Request by completing the form and emailing to the appropriate Building Department Office email. Once submitted the office will contact you for confirmation and fee payment.
What happens if I let my building permit expire?
- Section 57 of the Community Charter was provided to local governments by the Province of British Columbia as a tool to administer and enforce the BC Building Code and local building bylaws. It enables local governments to register a notice, via the Land Title Office registrar, on the title of a property where there is, or has been, a building code or bylaw infraction.
- NOTICE ON TITLE FACT SHEET
How do I report unpermitted and illegal construction?
- To report construction you suspect has been built without building permits, use our online form.
How can I renew my building permit?
- You can renew your permit, one time only for 1 year (prior to expiry date) for a fee of $100.00.
- After a renewal permit expires, you may apply for a replacement permit, which will be valid for 3 years from date of issuance.
- For more information, please reference the Building Bylaw on our Building Department page.
When should I call for an inspection?
- Call the RDCK office 72 hours prior to inspection required. Refer to Building Department Inspection page for more information.
The content on this page was last updated October 29 2024 at 8:21 AM
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