What type of construction do I need a building permit for? (Please check with the Village of Radium Hot Springs for others not listed.) Building permits are required for the following:
Dwelling units
Manufactured home placements and additions
Wood burning appliances and chimneys
Moving a building or structure
Demolition of a building or structure
Foundations
Accessory buildings
Garages
Farm buildings
Structural changes
Balcony (decks) construction and replacement
What is the process involved in getting a building permit? Fill out a building permit application form. Legal description of property, roll number or property identifier is required. Submit a detailed plot plan indicating the location of the proposed building on the property:
Include elevations above existing watercourses;
distances from existing watercourses;
location of existing watercourses;
location of all existing buildings;
location of roads;
setback distances from surrounding property lines;
location of driveways;
north arrow.
Construction blueprints of the building in duplicate showing the following:
dimensions of the building;
details of the foundation;
floor plans showing proposed use of each room;
elevations;
structural, mechanical details, and building sections indicating all building materials.
One set of plans will be returned to you with our comments upon issuance of the permit.
Access permits are necessary if on a route numbered highway. Please check with Ministry of Transportation regarding access @426-1500.
Contact the Homeowner Protection Office (if building a single family dwelling). Either an Owner/Builder or Residential Builder (contractor) warranty and registration proof is required. Building permits for single family dwellings cannot be issued without the appropriate forms from the Homeowner Protection Office. Please check out their site at www.hpo.bc.ca. They can also be contacted @1-800-407-7757.
Building permit applications are processed for setback and zoning approval if necessary. Building plans are processed by the Building Inspectors. Upon approval from the Building Department the applicant is notified of building fees. Please remember to sign and date your building permit application form. Building permit processing time is approximately ten working days.
What are the permit fees? Building permit fees are based on the estimated construction value. Call our Approvals Officer at (250) 347-6455 or email for details.
When do I get a civic address? Civic addresses are given to property that has had approval for a building permit.
How long is my permit good for? Building permits are good for 2 years. Renewed permits are good for one additional year at a cost of $35.00.
How many hours notice do I need to get a Building Inspector to come out? It is best to give the Building Inspector at least 72 hours notice.
Can I make my own drawings? Yes, provided they are drawn to scale and reflect all building code requirements.
Can I call a building inspector for technical questions? Yes. Example: height of handrails, built-up beam specifications, etc.
If you require further information please contact Arne Dohlen - Approvals Officer
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