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Residential Contractor Swimming Pool Permit

Need help? Understand when a building permit applies to your building or renovation project. Read The FAQ
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How to Prepare to Apply:

Required Documentation for All Applications:

  • Contact Information - for the owner and contractor, if you have one
  • Title Search - dated within the last three months (can be accessed through LTSA.ca )
  • Charges on Title - non-financial charges, legal notations, covenants, statutory right-of-way, etc.
  • Agency Agreement - if you’re applying on behalf of the property owner
  • BC Company Summary - if the property is owned in a company name
  • Site Plan - indicating pool location and setbacks from property lines and buildings

Additional Documents:

  • Development Permit Reference Number - if you have already submitted a development permit application
  • Pool Specifications and Layout
  • Oversight from a geotechnical engineer may be required depending on geographical location and registered covenant documents

Note: Additional documentation may be required, depending on the scope of work to be done.

Apply Online

Before You Start

You must have a MyCity profile to apply online. If you don't have one yet, you can create one here

Once you start the application you will have 30 days to submit it. Your application will be saved to your MyCity profile until it is submitted and paid for. You can access it by logging into MyCity, then clicking on the In Progress Applications button at the top of the Registered Accounts page.

Application fees must be paid by Visa or Mastercard. A non-refundable 2.75% credit card convenience fee will apply.

Need More Help?

If you require assistance, you may consult the Building Permits FAQs or contact the Building Section at 250-828-3554 or building@kamloops.ca.

Single- and Two-Family Dwellings Occupancy Inspection Checklist

This list outlines the general items required to obtain an occupancy inspection and occupancy certificate under City of Kamloops Building Regulation Bylaw No. 11-84, 2025. To assist with making the final building inspection successful, please ensure that the checklist bas been completed PRIOR TO REQUESTING the final inspection.

For More Information, Contact:
Building Section - Development, Engineering, and Sustainability Department
105 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2C6
p: 250-828-3554 | E: building@kamloops.ca

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