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Information on obtaining a building permit.
 

Building Inspection 

Please phone (250) 286-5725 for inspection requests.

Request must include;

  • address of site,
  • type of inspection,
  • general time of day. (morning or afternoon)

Please note also the following;

  • Inspections must be requested by the Owner or Authorised Agent,
  • Work being inspected must be complete and ready prior to inspections,
  • Work must not proceed past any of the stages listed below without prior clearance,
  • Plans and prior inspection notices are to be available on site at time of inspection or reinspection.

Required Inspections:
The following is a list of required inspections as noted on Building Permit Placard;

  • Site and Foundation - after forms for footings and foundations are complete, but prior to placement of concrete. 
  • Foundation Damp-proofing - prior to backfilling. 
  • Perimeter Drain and Roof Drain Piping - prior to backfilling. 
  • Sanitary, Storm and Water Services - prior to backfilling. 
  • Framing - after plumbing and heating systems are installed and prior to insulation. 
  • Plumbing - after potable water and drain, waste and vent piping are complete and prior to covering. 
  • Chimney, Fireplace and Wood Heaters - solid fuel burning equipment and in conjunction with a new dwelling permit. 
  • Insulation and Vapour Barrier - prior to covering. 
  • Final - prior to occupancy.

Please give ample notice for all inspection requests.