Wayne Gamborski – Building Official, Planning and Development Services
Phone: 250-347-6455 ext. 7
For Building Permit inquiries:
Email: building@radiumhotsprings.ca
The Planning, Development & Building Services Department is responsible for building permits, building inspections, subdivision applications, as well as:
- Issuing Sign Permits
- Issuing Building & Plumbing permits
- Issuing Demolition permits
- Carrying out building inspections
- Issuing Wood Burning Appliance permits and carrying out subsequent inspections
- Administering Development permits
- Reviewing Subdivision applications
- Administering Rezoning applications
- Administering the Columbarium
Signage Regulation Bylaw
The Signage Regulation Bylaw is intended to enhance the attractiveness and economic well-being of the Village as a place to live, visit, vacation and conduct business.
It is also intended to reduce the dangers of construction and installation of unsafe signs or signs that may create a traffic hazard.
All signs, unless exempt from the bylaw, require a permit. The building official reviews sign permit applications, including sandwich board signs.
Download the Sign Permit Application Form
When is a Sign Permit required?
Any signage being considered for commercial or industrial business — including sandwich board signs — requires approval through issuance of a Sign Permit.
What is required for a Sign Permit?
An applicant must complete a Sign Permit Application Form (download the form or request a form from the Village Office) and pay the applicable fees.
How long does it take to process a Sign Permit?
An application may be completed within 1-3 days.
If an application must go through Council for final approval, this may take up to 4 weeks depending on when the application is received and the date of the next Council Meeting.
What costs are involved in getting a Sign Permit?
The fee for a Sign Permit is $60 per sign.
The fee for applying for a sandwich board sign is $25.
Building Permits
Building permits are required for the following: (this is not a complete list – please check with the Village Office):
- Dwelling units
- Temporary structures
- Manufactured home placements and additions
- Wood burning appliances and chimneys
- Moving a building or structure
- Demolition of a building or structure
- Foundations
- Accessory buildings (sheds)
- Garages
- Structural changes
- Balcony (decks) construction and replacement
- Complex buildings (under Part 3 of BC Building Code)
- Retaining structures over 1.5 metres in height
What is the process involved in obtaining a building permit?
Download the Building Permit Application Package or pick one up from the Village Office. Complete the application and submit it with a detailed plan. With reference to the question about Schedule 2 of the Contaminated Sites Regulation in the package, more information can be found here. Refer to the Building Permit Guide for detailed application requirements:
Commonly Asked Questions
What are the permit fees?
- Building permit fees are based on $75 + $7/1000 of the cost to construct or alter.
How long is my permit valid?
- Building permits are valid for two years. Reissued permits are valid for one additional year at a cost of $75 plus $7/1000 of work to be completed.
How many hours’ notice do I need to get an inspection done?
- It is best to give our office at least 48 hours’ notice. Please plan your inspections accordingly.
Can I make my own drawings?
- Yes, provided they are drawn to scale and reflect all building code requirements.
Can I call the building inspector for technical questions such as height of handrails, built-up beam specifications, etc.?
- Yes, however, the inspector’s hours in Radium are Monday to Thursday only. You may also email him.
When do I get a civic address?
- The office will provide you with the civic address, if it has been assigned. If not, it will be assigned at building permit approval.
Development Permits and Subdivision Applications
Development Permits and Subdivision Application forms are located in the Village Document Centre. Click here.
For Development & Planning Services:
Email: building@radiumhotsprings.ca
