The City of Burnaby processes building, development, and trade permit applications through the MyPermits Online Portal. Whether you are planning a residential home renovation, secondary suite, laneway home, custom new build, or commercial tenant improvement, you can submit drawings, pay fees, track review progress, and download approved permits 24/7.
While the MyPermits portal streamlines the application process, Burnaby plan checkers enforce rigorous standards for drawing accuracy, zoning compliance, and building code documentation. You don't need to worry about complex drafting or technical file requirements—Canadian Blueprint prepares your complete architectural drawing set so your application moves through City of Burnaby intake without delays.
Official City of Burnaby Online Portals & Guidelines
This guide is based on the City of Burnaby's digital permitting system. You can access the municipal portal and official resources directly below:
- MyPermits Portal Login: City of Burnaby MyPermits Portal
- Guided Online Application: Start a Guided Permit Application in MyPermits
- Building Permits & Construction Hub: Burnaby Development & Building Services
- Building Inspections & Booking: Burnaby Inspection Information & Scheduling
- Building Department Support: Call 604-294-7130 or email building@burnaby.ca
How the Burnaby Online Permitting Process Works (Step-by-Step)
Step 1 — Create or Log Into Your Burnaby MyPermits Account
To submit and manage applications digitally, you will need a personal MyPermits account:
- Visit the City of Burnaby MyPermits Portal and click "Register" or "Sign In".
- Your MyPermits dashboard allows you to start new applications, view status updates, pay fees, and access all communications from Burnaby plan examiners.
Step 2 — Receive Your Ready-to-Upload Package from Canadian Blueprint
Before uploading, Canadian Blueprint prepares your complete architectural permit drawing set. We take care of all the technical municipal requirements behind the scenes:
- Intake-Ready Drawing Package: We export all architectural drawings as clean, high-resolution vector PDF packages formatted to Burnaby intake standards.
- Zoning & BC Building Code Compliance: Complete site plans, floor plans, elevations, building cross-sections, and spatial separation calculations designed to pass Burnaby plan checks.
- Organized Discipline Sets: We keep architectural, structural, and specialty packages cleanly structured for efficient municipal review.
Step 3 — Launch Guided Application, Upload Package & Pay Fees
Once we provide your finalized submission files:
- Log into your MyPermits account and click "Apply" or use the Guided Application tool.
- Select your project scope (e.g., Single Family Residential, Addition, Secondary Suite, Laneway Home, or Commercial Tenant Improvement).
- Upload the drawing package in the plan attachments section and attach any requested documents (such as owner authorization forms or surveys).
- Pay the municipal plan-checking fees securely online via credit card to initiate the official review.
Step 4 — Forward Any Plan Checker Deficiency Letters Directly to Us
During the review, City of Burnaby examiners (Building, Zoning, Structural, Plumbing, and Fire) review your plans for compliance.
If plan checkers request drawing revisions or condition clarifications, a Deficiency Notice or Comment Letter will appear in your portal. Simply email that notice to Canadian Blueprint. We will review the plan checker's comments, update the CAD drawings accordingly, and return an updated package ready for re-upload.
Step 5 — Download Your Approved Permit & Book Inspections
When your application is approved and all final fees are settled:
- Log into your MyPermits portal to download your official Building Permit and City-stamped drawings.
- Jobsite Inspection Requirement: Print one full-size, to-scale paper set of the City-stamped drawings and permit, and keep it accessible on the jobsite for City Building Inspectors.
- Online Inspection Bookings: You can schedule required site inspections directly through the portal or via the Burnaby Building Inspections system.
How We Make Online Submissions Easy for You
You shouldn't have to worry about municipal file specifications, CAD formatting, or confusing plan checker deficiency letters. Here is how we divide the work:
What We Handle (Canadian Blueprint)
- 100% Intake-Ready Vector PDF Package: All architectural sheets compiled and formatted to Burnaby's digital submission standards.
- Zoning & Building Code Compliance: Accurate layouts meeting City of Burnaby bylaws and BC Building Code standards.
- Fast Deficiency Resolution: Forward any City plan checker comments to us—we update the CAD files and coordinate revisions.
- Discipline & Tenant Improvement Coordination: Tailored documentation for residential additions, multiplexes, and commercial spaces.
What You Do (Client Checklist)
- Create Your MyPermits Account: Register on mypermits.burnaby.ca.
- Upload the Ready Package: Upload the drawing file and property documents we provide into your MyPermits application.
- Pay City Review Fees: Pay the municipal intake fees securely online via credit card.
- Send Us City Comment Letters: If the plan checker requests drawing revisions, email the notice to us for fast updates.
- Print Jobsite Copy & Book Inspections: Print one full-size stamped set for the jobsite and schedule inspections online.
Planning a Project in Burnaby or Received a Deficiency Letter?
Whether you need permit-ready architectural drawings formatted for smooth Burnaby MyPermits intake, or you need fast CAD revisions to clear a City deficiency list, Canadian Blueprint is here to help.
