| permit required for | Construction, demolition, installation, alteration, repair, removal, occupancy/change in occupancy of regulated buildings; electrical, plumbing, gas, and HVAC work. | s. 4(a)-(b); s. 24 |
| exemptions | Emergency work due to imminent danger; minor HVAC repairs/alterations that don't hinder operation, impact health/safety, or require design changes for single-family ducting. | s. 6; s. 25 |
| authority | Permit Issuer; Safety Codes Officer | s. 3(1)(i), s. 3(1)(n), s. 8, s. 27 |
| fine range | Specified penalty $350; conviction fine $300 to $10,000; continuing offence $100 per day. | s. 46, s. 48, s. 50 |
scout note
City of Medicine Hat bylaw establishing application procedures and fees for permits issued under the Safety Codes Act (building, electrical, gas, plumbing, private sewage). Fees in Schedule A are based on construction value; schedule last amended by Bylaw 4832 (Dec 17, 2024).