Building Division

General Information

The Building Services Division is responsible for the enforcement of the British Columbia Building and Plumbing Codes and municipal bylaws relating to building construction, business licence administration, the review and investigation of complaints on building matters and the technical review of development applications.

A building permit must be obtained prior to commencing with any of the following:

  • New construction
  • Alterations
  • Reconstruction
  • Demolition
  • Removal, relocation or change of occupancy of any building or structure including excavation or other work related to construction

Latest News

    • A building regulated by Part 3 of the building code must be designed and constructed to meet the minimum performance requirements specified in: (a) Step 3 of the Energy Step Code; or (b) for building permit applications received on or after adoption of Step 3 within the building code, Step 4 of the Energy Step Code.
    • A building regulated by Part 9 of the building code must be designed and constructed to meet the minimum performance requirements specified in; (a) Step 4 of the Energy Step Code; or (b) for building permit applications received on or after adoption of Step 4 within the building code, Step 5 of the Energy Step Code.
    • New Fees & Charges: Fees & Charges Bylaw 3114.pdf [PDF - 392 KB]

Permit Application

If you would like to make an application CLICK HERE.

All applications MUST be submitted digitally using the link above.

Application submissions are not entered in the system until all applicable components are received and an inspector has reviewed your application.

Inspections

To book an inspection, email inspections@courtenay.ca.

An inspector is generally available for phone calls and inquiries during regular office hours, Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

A minimum of 24 hours notice is required for all inspections and inspections are conducted between 9:00 am to 12:00 pm only.

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