You don’t need an application in these cases:
- There is no construction required to place your T.V. antenna, satellite dish or small antenna onto a building, utility pole or tree (a tree permit may be required for works on and around Bylaw-protected trees, please verify with Saanich Parks).
- Your new antenna system is less than 15 m above ground level and it’s installed in line with our policy.
For more details, see Administrative Policy 1/ANT Antenna Applications
Application Requirements
- Fee Schedule
- Antenna Application Form
- Current Certificate of Title (within 30 days)
- Local Consultation Summary Document
- Digital set of plans (site plan and suitable design drawings)
As we cannot accept or process incomplete applications, we strongly suggest you review the Digital Submission Requirements and contact the Planning department with any questions.
Application Process
Step 1 - Initiating Your Application
- Email planning@saanich.ca to receive instructions on how to submit your full digital application.
- Prepare a document summarizing your efforts to consult the local area.
- The document should include details of any meetings, questionnaires, the number of householdes contacted, and a description of the neighbourhood area that was consulted.
Step 2 - Paying Application Fees
- Once you have submitted a complete application, you will receive an email outlining next steps to create your MySaanich account and to pay your application fees.
- Pay your fees through your MySaanich account via credit card or in person at the Municipal Hall via cheque, cash, debit card, and credit card.
- Application fees are due by credit card (Visa and Mastercard only) at the time of submission. A 2.4% convenience fee appllies to credit card payments.
- Please note that application fees are non-refundable.
Step 3 - Review and Consideration of Your Application
- Upon receipt of payment your application will be prepared for circulation with applicable internal departments and external agencies.