Abbotsford Building Permit Resources
Application guides, fee schedules, zoning bylaws, and city contact information for your project.
Abbotsford Building Permit Resources
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Permit Application Guides
The city provides guides for different project types. These pages contain the relevant forms, checklists, and bulletins.
City of Abbotsford - 2025 Permit Fees Guide
A summary of common permit fees for new builds, renovations, and tenant improvements in Abbotsford, based on the 2025 fee schedule.
This is a guide only. Official fees are determined by the City at the time of application and are subject to change.
| Category | Minimum Fee | Notes / Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit | ||
|
$0 - $10,000 Construction Value |
$100.00 | Flat fee |
|
$10,001 - $50,000 Construction Value |
Calculated | $9.40 per $1,000 of value |
|
$50,001 - $500,000 Construction Value |
$470.00 | Plus $7.30 per $1,000 over $50,000 |
|
Over $500,000 Construction Value |
$3,755.00 | Plus $6.00 per $1,000 over $500,000 |
| Demolition Permit | ||
| Standard building | $150.00 | Flat fee |
|
Performance Security Damage Deposit |
||
| Single Family or Duplex. | $5,000 | Refundable deposit |
| Permit Application Fee | ||
|
Non-refundable Paid at time of application. |
$100 Renovations or additions |
$750 New detached or townhomes |
| Plumbing Permit | ||
| Includes first 3 fixtures. | $100.00 | Plus $13.00 per additional fixture. |
| Sign Permit | ||
| Standard, new sign | $105.00 | Flat fee |
| Tree Cutting Permit | ||
| Per tree cut. | $65.00 | Fee increases for additional trees. |
Zoning Information
Height Restrictions
Maximum building heights for different zones.
Setback Requirements
Understand required building setbacks for your property.
Zoning Districts
Learn about Abbotsford's zoning districts and what's permitted in each.
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Permit Status Check
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