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Permits for Building
The new BC
Building Code 2006 applies to all Building and Plumbing Permit Applications
received from December 15, 2006.
Listed below are some of the more common permits you may need for Building and Development in
Saanich.
The Municipality does not issue the following permits:
- Electrical Permits: contact the BC Safety Authority at 250-952-4444
- Gas Permits: contact the BC Safety Authority at 250-952-4443
- Septic Field Information: contact VIHA at 250-519-3401
- Potable Water Supply: contact VIHA at 250-519-3401
Please note: Development Cost Charges will be applied to specified Building Permits and
Development Proposals, contact the Development Section at 250-475-5570 or 250-475-5410.
Fees
 are provided for convenience only and are subject to
change without notice.
Permission to build, including all work related to building in Saanich, such works as
enclosing carports, finishing a basement or constructing any new interior or exterior walls.
On April 18, 2005 the Municipality of Saanich implemented a new Single Family Building Permit
Review process.
A processed permit is defined as either permit ready for issue or a comprehensive letter
outlining all conditions or corrections required to secure an issued permit.
Download our application packages below:
For information on Secondary Suites please visit our Legal Secondary Suites page.
Only complete applications will be accepted for processing. A complete application will
include:
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Five (5) complete sets of plans (three (3) for a demolition permit) - See page two of application for detailed plan requirements
- Completed application form
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Current certificate of title (dated within 30 days) plus any copies of any encumbrances
registered against the parcel
(not required for interior renovation permits)
- Owner signature or Authorization of Owner if Agent is making application
- Application fees
Supplemental information is available to assist clients with preparing a correct permit
application submission. This information is listed below or can be obtained from the
Inspection Services Department at the Saanich Municipal Hall.
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How to complete application form
- Q & A - Single Family Building Permits
- Q & A - Trees and Construction in Saanich
- Additional Permit Information
Inquiries pertaining to Tree Preservation on private property and/or to apply for a Permit for pruning and/or removal of a Bylaw Protected Tree contact the Parks Office at 250-475-5522 or click here to apply for a permit online.
Complete Tree Preservation Bylaw (PDF 50KB)
Schedule A part 1 (266 KB)
Schedule A part 2 (432 KB)
Please contact the Inspection Services Department at 250-475-5457 for additional information
or assistance.
Permission to build, including all work related to building in Saanich, such works as
enclosing carports, finishing a basement or constructing any new interior or exterior walls.
Requirements:
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Zoning must be in place prior to application, contact the Planning Department at
250-475-5473 or 250-475-5471. (Zoning requirement information includes: permitted use,
setbacks, maximum building and floor areas, maximum building height, and maximum lot
coverage.
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Building permits for commercial, industrial, or multi-family development will require an
approved development permit.
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If a commercial, industrial or multi-family development is deemed exempt from a
development permit as outlined in the Exemptions criteria in the document
Development Permit Areas: Justification and Guidelines, but the building
permit value would exceed $100,000, these developments will be required to be considered
by the Design Panel.
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An Application for Building Permit must be filled in and a non-refundable deposit paid
(see Fee section).
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If not the owner, you need a letter of authorization
from the property owner.
- If a Contractor is doing the works, they must have a valid business licence.
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Plans:
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5 sets of drawings for new commercial
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5 sets of plans for leasehold/tenant improvements
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all containing: Site Plan, All Floor Plans, All Building elevations and Building
Sections/Details
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All plan-sets are to be submitted in the following set order:
Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Suppressions, Electrical,
other
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All approved services installed (Contact the Engineering Department at 250-475-5575 to confirm if drawings
indicating location of Municipal services are available.
- For septic fields and potable water supply information, contact VIHA at
250-519-3401.
- A Tree Permit may be required, contact the Parks Dept. at 250-475-5494.
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Subdivisions must be registered at B.C. Land Registry before the application can be
accepted for processing.
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A Geotechnical Engineer's report may be required, (depending on site conditions). If so,
Letters of Assurance must be submitted as well.
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When a registered professional provides Letters of Assurance, he or she shall obtain and
keep in force professional liability insurance and shall provide proof of such insurance
to the building official through the Declaration of Insurance
Coverage form.
Contact: Inspection Services 250-475-5457
Fees: (subject to change)
Fees charges are based on the value of construction, as determined by the Manager of
Inspections Services:
- For permits $1,000 or less in value: $50
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For permits greater than $1,000: $50 for the first thousand plus $13 per thousand or part
for the next $499,000, plus $10 per thousand or part for all the value greater than
$500,000.
- For extension: $50
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Non-refundable Application Fee: for construction value of $6,000 or less: $30. For
construction value greater than $6,001: $100.00
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Please contact Inspection Services at 250-475-5457
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Permission to construct a temporary building in Saanich. Requirements and fees are as above
(some Permit requirements may or may not apply but must be taken into consideration).
Permission to install plumbing system within Saanich.
All plumbing contractors must include their tq number & signature on all submitted
applications
Requirements:
- An Application for Plumbing Permit is to be filled out.
- If not the owner, you need a letter of authorization from the homeowner.
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If a Contractor is doing the works, they must have a valid business licence and a Plumbing
Certificate.
Contact: Inspection Services 250-475-5457
Fees: (subject to change)
- Each fixture: $19.00
- Completion only if new permit required and rough-in previously completed: $10.00
- Any alteration or replacement (not involving fixture installation): Min. $50.00
- Each internal roof leader: $10.00
- House storm drain or sanitary sewer to property line: $50.00
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Private storm drains or sanitary sewer greater than .1mm (4") or longer than 76 m (250')
per 30.5 m (100'): $50.00
- Manholes or interceptors: $50.00
- Pumping stations: $50.00
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Sprinkler systems 1-8 sprinkler heads: $50.00, each additional 20 sprinkler heads: $30.00
- Standpipe hose outlets: $20.00
- Fire hydrants: $50.00
- Hot water storage tank: $20.00
- Residential irrigation system: $50.00
- Commercial irrigation system: $100.00
- Floor drain for hot water tank: $10.00
- Water and drain connection for swimming pool: $30.00
- Minimum plumbing permit fee: $50.00
- Water service connection to property line: $50.00
Permission to install/construct a chimney, fireplace, and/or woodstove in Saanich.
Requirements:
- An Application for Chimney/Fireplace/Woodstove Permit filled out.
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If not the owner, you need a letter of authorization
from the homeowner.
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If a Contractor is doing the works, they must have a valid business licence.
Provide make and/or model number of Woodstove.
Contact: Inspection Services 250-475-5457
Fees: (subject to change)
- A single chimney or Woodstove: $50.00
- Chimney: $40.00
- Fireplace: $30.00
- Solid fuel burning stove, range, furnace, boiler or space heating appliance: $30.00
- Minimum chimney, fireplace and solid wood burning appliance: $50.00
Permission to blast within Saanich.
Requirements:
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To obtain a Blasting Permit you must fill out a Blasting Permit Application form which can
be obtained from Inspection Services.
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An approved Building Permit or an approved Engineering Servicing Drawing, must be in place
prior to applying for a Blasting Permit.
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A completed "Proof of Insurance" document, completed by your Insurance Agent is required,
indicating $2,000,000 liability.
- A valid Saanich Business Licence.
Contact: Inspection Services 250-475-5457
Fee: $30.00 (subject to change)
Permission to occupy any Municipal road allowance. Applications must be made a minimum of 48
hours prior to commencement of works.
Requirements:
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A completed "Certificate of Insurance" document, which is a Saanich document completed by
your Insurance Agent, indicating $2,000,000 liability.
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Submission in writing indicating the address of proposed occupancy, a description of the
occupancy, dimension of the occupancy and number of days of occupancy.
Contact: Design Services 250-475-5575
Fees: (subject to change)
This is a calculated fee with a $10.00 minimum ($.075 X mē of occupancy X # of days to be
occupied).
Permission to construct any works within the Municipal road allowance or any Municipal
right-of-Way.
Applications must be made a minimum of 48 hours prior to commencement of works, and as of March 1, 2012 will be charged a fee of $20.00 in accordance with Clause 8.05 of the Municipality's Streets and Traffic Regulation Bylaw, 2002, No. 8382.
Requirements:
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A completed "Certificate of Insurance" document, which is a Saanich document completed by
your Insurance Agent, indicating $2,000,000 liability.
- A Saanich approved design drawing number.
- A letter/note from the homeowner indicating knowledge of the works to be done.
Contact: Design Services 250-475-5575
Fee: $20.00 as of March 1, 2012
Permission to move an oversize vehicle and load (i.e. house) on and through Municipal road
network. Applications must be made at least 72 hours prior to intended move to accommodate the
inspection and approval by a Building Inspector, a Roads Engineer, our Parks Department and
the Electrical section of our Public Works Department.
Requirements:
- T53D Form filled out available from Ministry of Transportation.
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Date of intended move (hours are normally restricted to between midnight and 6:00 am).
Contact: Administrative Services 250-475-5575
Fee: $5.00 (subject to change)
Permission to construct/install a swimming pool within Saanich.
Requirements:
- An Application for Building Permit must be filled out.
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If not the owner, you need a letter of authorization
from the homeowner.
- If a Contractor is doing the works, they must have a valid business licence.
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A plan must be supplied showing location of pool and all water supply piping, waste piping
and all related fittings, and the mandatory fence enclosure dimensions.
- A separate permit for a swimming pool fence must be obtained.
Contact: Inspection Services 250-475-5457
Fees: (subject to change)
- Separate Swimming Pool Fence Permit Fee: $15.00
- Fees are calculated depending on application, see Building Permit fees above.
Permission to move a building in and/or out of Saanich.
Requirements:
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An Application for Building Permit must be filled out. See Building Permit requirements
(they may or may not apply but must be taken into consideration)
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Tax Collector reviews plans to determine the assessed value is 1.25 times the average
assessed value of all dwellings within 200' from boundaries of the building area prior
to approval.
Contact: Engineering Department at 250-475-5575, or Building Inspections at 250-475-5457
Fees: (subject to change)
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To remove a building from a site in Saanich: a fee of $100 plus deposits and other fees
as determined when applying.
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To move a building onto a site in Saanich: this fee is based on the value of the building
plus the value of work required, a minimum of $100.
Permission to deposit or remove fill within Saanich.
Requirements:
- An Application for Deposit of Fill or Soil Removal Permit is to be filled out.
- If not the owner, you need a letter of authorization from the homeowner.
- If a Contractor is doing the works, they must have a valid business licence.
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A site plan showing the area where the fill is going to be deposited or soil is to be
removed (including all natural water courses).
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A drawing indicating the profile of existing and proposed grades and cross sections must
be supplied.
Contact: Development Services 250-475-5570.
Fees: (subject to change)
- Permit fee is $100
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Plus a calculated Surety Deposit (refundable): $500 for first 50,000 cubic metres or less
for each one-half hectare or part of. If the deposit of fill is over 50,000 cubic metres,
the amount is calculated at $1,500 per each one-half hectare or part of.
Permission to construct an access over Municipal property to homeowners property within
Saanich.
Requirements:
- An Application for Driveway Access must be filled out.
- If your are not the owner, a letter of authorization from the homeowner is required.
- If a Contractor is doing the work, they must have a valid business licence.
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A copy of sketch indicating proposed driveway location, complete with water meter, trees,
fire hydrants, and power pole locations must be supplied.
Contact: Development Services 250-475-5570.
Fees: (subject to change)
No permit fee, but a refundable Calculated Surety Deposit (refundable) is required, the
amount is calculated on the type of crossing required.
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