Commercial Contractor Building Permits
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Building Information Request
Please allow five to seven business days for a response, as rush requests cannot be processed.
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General Commercial Construction
Commercial projects require a building permit before any construction, renovation, tenant improvements or addition work can begin.
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Commercial Demolition Permit
A demolition permit is required to remove or tear down any building or structure safely and in compliance with regulations.
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Commercial Retaining Wall Permit
Retaining walls over 1.2 m heigh require a building permit before construction can begin.
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Commercial Racking Permit
A permit is required for all racking systems over 2.4 m in height and those loaded by a machine.
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Commercial Multi-Unit Residential
Multi-unit buildings require a building permit before construction, renovation, or addition work can begin.
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Commercial Mechanical Ventilation
Mechanical ventilation systems require a mechanical permit before installation or alteration work can begin.
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Fire Alarm Permit
Commercial fire alarm systems require a permit before installation or modification work can begin.
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Crane Permit
Crane permits require a business license, building permit, insurance, certification, and a fire safety plan.
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If you are experiencing an issue with the new ePermit application process, please let us know.
Notices
- Building Regulation Bylaw No. 11-84, 2025, came into effect on April 1, 2025.
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 44-14, 2025, was adopted on July 29, 2025.
- Please note that effective January 1, 2023, building permit applications for new residential buildings received on or after January 1, 2023, must comply with the EV charging infrastructure requirements as adopted by the City of Kamloops.
