Building permits — Whistler, British Columbia

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

The Resort Municipality of Whistler, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Building Permit Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2483, 2025; Building Regulation Bylaw No. 2482, 2025, verified 2026-09-24.

Building Permit Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2483, 2025 adopted bylaw

Sets a $83.72 non-refundable admin fee per permit application plus building permit fees calculated from declared or Marshall & Swift-assessed construction value, with up to 5% discount (max $500) for professional plan certification.

Building Regulation Bylaw No. 2482, 2025 adopted bylaw

Administers the BC Building & Plumbing Code in Whistler; requires permits for construction, demolition, mechanical and electrical work, sets inspections and a Certified Professional Program, and repeals the prior Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 1617, 2002. Fees are set separately in Bylaw No. 2483, 2025.

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