Building permits — Powell River, British Columbia

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

In the City of Powell River, British Columbia, building permit rules are set by Building Bylaw 2141, 2007 (Office Consolidation) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-24. Permit fees: Based on value of building, structure or plumbing system as determined in accordance with Schedule 'G' of Fee Bylaw 2092, 2005. Fees set in: Schedule 'G' of Fee Bylaw 2092, 2005. Administered by: Building Official.

Building Bylaw 2141, 2007 (Office Consolidation) adopted bylaw
permit required for Unless exempted under subsection 5.2, permit required prior to construction of building/structure, manufactured home installation, plumbing system, pool, moving/demolition, masonry fireplace/wood appliance/chimney. s. 8.1
exemptions Building Code exemptions; retaining <1.5 m; decks without roofs <=0.6 m; existing fireplaces/appliances/chimneys; valve/faucet/fixture/sprinkler/piping repair if no piping config change; recreational vehicles for temporary recreation; fences; temporary seasonal greenhouses/storage. s. 5.2
fee basis Based on value of building, structure or plumbing system as determined in accordance with Schedule 'G' of Fee Bylaw 2092, 2005. s. 8.4
fees location Schedule 'G' of Fee Bylaw 2092, 2005. s. 12.1
authority Building Official s. 7.1.1
fine range Fine not exceeding $10,000 and the cost of prosecution; each day a separate offence. s. 27.1
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Requires a building, plumbing or demolition permit before construction/alteration; sets letters-of-assurance, inspections and occupancy requirements. Permit fees are calculated per Schedule G of the City's separate Fee Bylaw 2092, 2005, not set in this bylaw.

Fee Bylaw 2092, 2005 (Office Consolidation to February 19, 2026) adopted bylaw
fee basis Base Building Permit fee calculated by Construction Value: $1000 and under: $100; $1001 to $200,000: $100 + $12 per $1000 or portion thereof; $200,001 and over: $2500 + $10 per $1000 or portion thereof. Non-refundable application fee $100 credited against permit fee. Schedule G
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Schedule G is the current building permit fees and inspection charges schedule cross-referenced by the City's Building Bylaw 2141, 2007.

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