Guidelines for New Business Licence Requirements
When applying for a business licence in Saanich, the applicant has agreed to comply with the bylaws and regulations of the Corporation of The District of Saanich.
Please ensure you have completed the following prior to making an appointment with the Fire Department for your Business Licence Inspection:
- All construction files and permits pertaining to the business are completed and finalized.
- Civic address and/or unit number must be permanently attached to the building adjacent to the main entrance and visible from the street.
- You have at least one fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 3A 10BC, commonly known as a multipurpose 5 pound fire extinguisher.
- The extinguisher must be wall mounted at least 4 inches from the ground, no higher than 5 feet and be readily accessible by anyone.
- One extinguisher for every 500m2 (5400 sq/ft) so that the travel distance does not exceed 25 metres (82 ft).
If the business location is equipped with:
- A fire sprinkler system, the systems must be equipped with updated tags reflecting it’s inspection date.
- An emergency lighting system, it must be equipped with updated tags reflecting it’s inspection date.
- A fire alarm system, the system(s) must be equipped with updated tags reflecting it’s inspection date.
Before a business licence is approved, there will be an inspection completed by one of our Fire Prevention officers to ensure the minimum fire safety requirements have been met.
Note: If there are deficiencies noted during the on-site inspection, a Correction Notice will be issued. These items must be corrected prior to the issuing of a business licence.
If you have any further questions regarding the fire safety requirements or would like to book your business licence inspection, please contact Saanich Fire Prevention Office at fireprevention@saanich.ca or 250-475-5500. Office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.