Building Permits and Inspections
Building Permits regulate various types of building construction that are allowed in the Village of McBride and ensure compliance with the BC Building Code, Building Bylaw, Zoning Bylaw and other Village of McBride Bylaws. The Building Permit process protects both the owner's interests and those of the community at large. Failure to obtain proper Building Permits can result in costly construction delays, legal action and/or the removal of work already completed.
Important Documents
Before beginning your project, we recommend you discuss your plans with the Village of McBride Building Inspector who can confirm necessary permits and plans. Generally, you will need a permit if you wish to:
- Build any kind of structure larger than 10 square meters (107 sq. ft.).
- Alter, renovate, or adding onto existing buildings/structures, including interior plumbing.
- Remodel or construct a deck
- Excavate or construct a foundation.
- Install a heating, ventilation, air conditioning unit or wood stove.
- Install a new chimney, fireplace or wood stove.
- Change a use or occupancy of a building.
- Enclose your carport or change your garage to living space.
- Construct a retaining wall which retains more than 1.5 meters of fill.
- Demolish or move a building.
Schedule I - Building Bylaw
When you pick up your approved Building Permit from the Building Inspector, you will be given a list of required inspections. Inspections should be called at every stage of work during the building process, before the work is covered up by the next stage. All work should be substantially complete before you request an inspection.
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In addition to inspections, you must:
- Post your building permit in a visible location.
- Keep a copy of the approved plans on site.
- Bring any changes to the attention of the Building Inspector.
