Abbotsford Building Permit Resources
Your one stop shop for Abbotsford building permits, applications, fees, and city requirements.
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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.
| Category | Minimum Fee | Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Application Fee | $100 Renovations or additions |
$750 New detached or townhomes |
| Building Permit | $100.00 | Flat fee |
| Building Permit | Calculated | $9.40 per $1,000 of value |
| Building Permit | $470.00 | Plus $7.30 per $1,000 over $50,000 |
| Building Permit | $3,755.00 | Plus $6.00 per $1,000 over $500,000 |
| Demolition Permit | $150.00 | Flat fee |
| Performance Security Damage Deposit |
$5,000 | Refundable deposit |
| Plumbing Permit | $100.00 | Plus $13.00 per additional fixture. |
| Sign Permit | $105.00 | Flat fee |
| Tree Cutting Permit | $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.
Need Help?
In-Person Help
32315 South Fraser Way
Building Permits & Licences Services Centre
Online Inquiry
Use the city's contact form for email.
Permit Status Check
Check the status of your building Permit application online.
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