Do I need a building permit? What does it cost?

Building permits — Morinville, Alberta: Fees and Charges Bylaw 15/2025

In the Town of Morinville, Alberta, building permit rules are set by Fees and Charges Bylaw 15/2025, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: Double the regular permit fee.

Fees and Charges Bylaw 15/2025 adopted bylaw

fee basis	Varies by permit type; e.g., $0.68 per sq.ft, Minimum $170; $7.50 per $1000 value of building construction ($306 as a minimum fee); $7 per $1000 value of building construction ($327 as a minimum fee).	Schedule C
fine range	Double the regular permit fee	Development without a Permit Double the regular permit fee

scout note

Recorded again under building_permits: sets the Town's own construction-value-based Building Permit fee schedule and Safety Codes Council Levy; Morinville issues Building/Electrical/Gas/Plumbing permits directly (own application forms) rather than via a private agency.