Request Original Building Drawings from the City of Kelowna
A step-by-step guide to Kelowna's Property Information Request (PIR) process for obtaining building documents and plans.
Date Published: April 13, 2026
If you are planning a renovation, addition, or as-built survey in Kelowna, BC, the City of Kelowna's Property Information Request (PIR) is the formal process for obtaining copies of building documents and plans from the Building & Permitting branch. This guide walks you through the submission process.
Official City of Kelowna Resources
- Primary source: Property Information Request — City of Kelowna
- Contact: developmentservicesinfo@kelowna.ca | (250) 469-8960
Request Original Building Drawings from the City of Kelowna - Step by Step
- 1Submit a Property Information Request
- 2Provide Owner Authorization
- 3Pay the Fee
- 4Receive Your Documents
Step 1 - Submit a Property Information Request Online
Go to the City of Kelowna's Property Information Request page and complete the online form. You will need to provide the property address and your contact information as the requestor.
Step 2 - Provide Owner Authorization
You must include authorization from the registered property owner:
- A signed City of Kelowna Owner's Authorization form, or a Real Estate Listing, is accepted in lieu of the owner's signature on the form itself.
- If the property is a strata, authorization from the Strata Council is also required.
- Digital signatures must be Docu-Verified.
Step 3 - Pay the Fee
The base fee is $55.00, inclusive of taxes and service charges. After your request is reviewed, if the scope requires more than one hour of staff time, additional fees may apply at $55.00 per hour or portion thereof — staff will contact you to discuss before proceeding.
- Pay by credit card online (you will receive a payment link by email), or by cash, cheque, or debit in person.
- Files are released via OneDrive upon receipt of payment.
- Bonus: Homeowners requesting records before submitting a building permit can have the PIR fee credited toward their permit fees, with proof of payment.
Step 4 - Receive Your Documents
The City will provide the following information for your property, where available:
- Property overlay with a link to the City Map Viewer
- Current zoning and a link to the current Zoning Bylaw
- Permit list with the status of all permits on file
- Building permit documents for: dwelling and main structures, accessory buildings, swimming pools, wood stoves, secondary suites and carriage houses
- Occupancy permits for: main building, accessory structures, secondary suites and carriage houses
The City does not guarantee the availability of information for all files and does not warranty the accuracy or completeness of the information provided.
Kelowna Property Information Request Summary
A quick checklist covering the submission, authorization, fees, and documents you will receive.
| Step | What to Do | Official Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit PIR Form | Complete the online Property Information Request form on the City of Kelowna website. | Property Information Request |
| 2. Owner Authorization | Attach a signed Owner's Authorization form or Real Estate Listing. Strata requires Strata Council authorization. Digital signatures must be Docu-Verified. | Authorization Requirements |
| 3. Pay the Fee | Base fee is $55.00 (taxes included). Additional $55.00/hr if scope exceeds one hour — staff will contact you first. | Fee Information |
| 4. Receive Files via OneDrive | Files sent via OneDrive once payment is received. Includes permit list, building permit documents, and occupancy permits (where available). | developmentservicesinfo@kelowna.ca |
No Drawings on File? We Can Help
If the City's records don't include original drawings for your property, Canadian Blueprint can accurately reconstruct your floor plans so your renovation or addition can move forward with confidence. See As-Built Measuring for more information.
Need Help Reading or Using the Drawings?
Once you have obtained your original building drawings from the City of Kelowna, a professional designer can help you interpret them, identify any discrepancies with the current as-built condition, and prepare updated permit drawings for your renovation or addition.
Contact Canadian Blueprint - we work with Kelowna homeowners and contractors regularly and understand local permit and documentation requirements.