Permits & Inspections
Information about the types of permits required during construction and renovation.
Building Permits
Electrical Permits
Mechanical Permits
Inspections
Other Permits & Licences
More Information
CONTACT
Permits & Inspections Department
Inspectors are in the office
8–9:30 a.m.
4–4:30 p.m.
Apply and pay for permit online
You need a MyDistrict profile and a valid West Vancouver or North Shore Inter-Municipal Business Licence prior to applying for a permit. Call 604-925-7152 to obtain a Business Licence.
Apply and pay for Electrical and Mechanical permits online. You can also book your inspection online:
Important Notice
Revisions
The minimum cost for each re-submission is $130 if you:
- submit drawings that have insufficient information on them to process a permit
- submit drawings do not comply with the relevant Bylaws,
- submit new drawings because you wish to change the use
Other Agencies
Did you know the municipality does not issue gas permits? Visit BC Safety Authority for that.
Housing & Construction Standards
BC Safety Authority Electrical Contractors
BC Safety Authority Gas Permits
WorkSafe BC - Construction Safety
Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC
Condominium Homeowners Association of BC
Metro Vancouver Demolition, Land Clearing & Construction Toolkit