City of North Vancouver Permit Resources
Application forms, permit fees, zoning maps, and online services for your construction project in City of North Vancouver.
Land Title Search
Find your land title and property information.
Original Drawings
Step-by-step guide to request Original Drawings.
Regulation Library
Collection of City of North Vancouver regulations and other related documents.
Zoning Maps
Interactive portal for zoning regulations across the City of North Vancouver.
Zoning Information
Height Restrictions
Maximum building heights for different zones.
Setback Requirements
Understand required building setbacks for your property.
Zoning Districts
Learn about City of North Vancouver zoning districts and what's permitted in each.
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Permit Status Check
Check the status of your building Permit application online.
Permit Application Guides
The city provides guides for different project types. These pages contain the relevant forms, checklists, and bulletins.
City of North Vancouver - 2025 Permit Fees Guide
A summary of common permit fees for new builds, renovations, and tenant improvements in the City of North Vancouver, 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 | Min. Fee | Notes / Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit | ||
| $0 - $5,000 Construction Value | $122 | Flat fee |
| $5,001 - $15,000 Construction Value | $122 | Plus $15 per $1,000 over $5,000 |
| $15,001 - $50,000 Construction Value | $277 | Plus $13 per $1,000 over $15,000 |
| Over $50,000 Construction Value | $764 | Rates continue to decrease for higher values. |
| Damage Deposit (Residential) | ||
| Required for most construction/demolition. | $1,024 | Refundable. Increases for projects over $600k. |
| Demolition Permit | ||
| Fee is based on the cost of the demolition work itself. | Calculated using Building Permit rates | e.g., A demolition cost of $15,000 has a fee of $277 |
| Permit Application Fee (Upfront) | ||
| Paid for all building permits at time of application. | 50% of total fee for projects up to $200k | Percentage decreases for higher value projects. |
| Plumbing Permit | ||
| For up to 4 fixtures. | $122 | Plus $27 for each additional fixture. |
| Sign Permit | ||
| For signs not exceeding 1.86 m² (20 sq ft). | $30 | Fee is $51 for larger signs. |
| Tree Removal Permit | ||
| Base application fee. | $179 | Plus $76 per tree to be removed. |
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- 3D Visualization
- Stop Work Order Management
- Zoning Bylaw Check
- Building Classification Analysis
- Setback & Height Requirements
- Development Permit Triggers
- Required Professionals
- As-Built Measuring
- Tenant Improvements
- Change of Use Permits
- Business Renovations
- First-Time Business Setup
- Commercial Space Planning