Request Original Building Drawings from the City of Langley
A concise guide focused on the formal FOI steps required to request original building drawings.
Date Published: April 13, 2026
If you need original building drawings in the City of Langley, use the City's Freedom of Information process. This page keeps the process focused on what is required to request drawing records.
Official City of Langley Resources
This guidance is based on the City of Langley's official Freedom of Information resources:
- City of Langley FOI Page: Freedom of Information — the primary source for understanding your rights under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA).
- Freedom of Information Request Form: Download the fillable FOI Request Form (PDF) and submit it to info@langleycity.ca.
Request Original Building Drawings from the City of Langley - Step by Step
- 1Download and Complete the FOI Form
- 2Submit the FOI Request
- 3Wait for Response and Fee Notice
Step 1 - Download and Complete the FOI Form
Download the City's Freedom of Information Request Form (PDF). Save it to your device first, then complete the form outside your web browser.
Step 2 - Submit the Completed Request
Submit the completed FOI form to info@langleycity.ca. The City also lists mail and fax options:
- Email: info@langleycity.ca
- Mail: Corporate Officer, City of Langley, 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley, BC V3A 4B3
- Fax: 604-514-2838
Step 3 - Wait for Processing and Fee Notice
Under FOIPPA, the City may take up to 30 business days to respond. If your request requires significant search or copying, the City will notify you about fees before processing.
Request Process Summary
A quick summary of the required steps to request original drawings.
| Step | Summary |
|---|---|
| 1. Download and Complete the FOI Form | Download the fillable FOI Request Form and complete it after saving it to your device. |
| 2. Submit the FOI Request | Submit the completed form to info@langleycity.ca or use the City mailing/fax options. |
| 3. Wait for Response and Fee Notice | The City may respond within 30 business days and will advise if fees apply before processing. |
No Drawings on File? Request a Comfort Letter
A comfort letter is a summary of property information based on City of Langley records. It is commonly used when drawings are missing and you need confirmation of what is on file before moving forward with a renovation.
- What it includes: Zoning classification, active business licences registered to the property, issue dates and descriptions of major building permits on file, and details of the most recent fire inspection.
- Fee: $200.00 including taxes.
- Processing time: Typically within 10 business days from receipt of both request and payment.
- Submit by email: Send a written request to planning@langleycity.ca. Planning staff will provide credit card payment instructions (2.2% processing fee applies).
- Submit by mail: Development Services (Comfort Letter Request), 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley, BC V3A 4B3, with cheque payable to "City of Langley".
If no drawings exist and a comfort letter is not sufficient for your project, 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 Langley, a professional designer can help you interpret the historical data and identify any differences between the on-file plans and the actual as-built conditions of your home or building.
Contact Canadian Blueprint - we work with City of Langley homeowners and contractors regularly. We can take these City records and turn them into accurate, modern CAD drawings for your next renovation or addition permit.