West Vancouver Building Permit Resources

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West Vancouver Building Permit Resources

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Last Updated: August 25, 2025

Permit Application Guides

The city provides guides for different project types. These pages contain the relevant forms, checklists, and bulletins.

2025 Permit Fees & Costs Guide

Typical 2025 Permit fees for homes, renovations, and commercial projects. Fees are usually paid in stages.

This is a guide only. Official fees are determined by the City at the time of application and are subject to change.

Category Minimum Fee Notes / Fee Rate
$5,001.00 - $250,000.99 Construction Value $145.00 plus $14.30 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $5,001.00
$250,001.00 - $500,000.99 Construction Value $3,648.00 plus $13.60 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $250,001.00
$500,001.00 - $750,000.99 Construction Value $7,048.00 plus $12.40 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $500,001.00
$750,001.00 and over Construction Value $10,148.00 plus $11.30 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $750,001.00
$1,001.00 - $10,000.99 Value of Works $145.00 plus $8.25 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $1,000.00
$10,001.00 - $50,000.99 Value of Works $890.00 plus $3.70 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $10,000.00
$50,001.00 - $100,000.99 Value of Works $2,375.00 plus $3.15 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $50,000.00
$100,001.00 - $250,000.99 Value of Works $3,940.00 plus $2.30 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $100,000.00
$250,001.00 and over Value of Works $7,545.00 plus $1.80 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $250,000.00
More than four (4) plumbing fixtures $145.00 plus $30.00 for each additional plumbing fixture
Roof Drainage (Single Family Dwellings and Duplex) $92.00
Fire sprinkler system $145.00 plus $3.55 for sprinkler head
Demolition of Accessory Building $145.00
Re-Inspection Fee $145.00 First re-inspection is free, $145.00 for second re-inspection, $290.00 for third re-inspection, $580.00 for fourth re-inspection and any additional inspections
Building Permit Fees
$0.00 - $5,000.99 Construction Value $145.00
Drainage Permit Fees
Drain Tile (Single Family Dwellings and Duplex) $145.00
Electrical Permit Fees
$0.00 - $1,000.99 Value of Works $145.00
Hot Water Heating & Fire Sprinkler System Permit Fees
Residential or Commercial Hot Water Heating $145.00 plus $3.55 for 1,000 BTU or part thereof of heating appliance input
Miscellaneous Fees
Demolition of Single Family or Duplex $1,965.00
Plumbing Permit Fees
0-4 plumbing fixtures $145.00 Minimum Plumbing Permit Fee

Zoning Information

Height Restrictions

Maximum building heights for different zones.

Setback Requirements

Understand required building setbacks for your property.

Zoning Districts

Learn about West Vancouver's zoning districts and what's permitted in each.

Need Help?

In-Person Help

750 17th St, West Vancouver, BC V7V 3T3

West Vancouver Municipal Hall

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Online Inquiry

Use the city's contact form for email.

https://westvancouver.ca/contact-us

Permit Enquiries

(604) 925-7040

Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm

Permit Status Check

Check the status of your building Permit application online.

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