Building Inspection Services
The goal of the Building Inspection Department is to ensure the health, safety and protection of persons and property by confirming that buildings and their systems generally conform to relevant bylaws, the BC Building Code and other applicable standards.
The Building Inspection Department administers Building Regulations Bylaw 1250 and through this bylaw, the BC Building Code and other regulations.
Approximate Current Building Permit Wait Time: 8-10 weeks
*Time fluctuates based on volume
Notice: Building Permit Online Portal Update - Effective March 16, 2026
Launch of New "Conditions" Feature
We are pleased to announce that a new “Conditions” feature will be added to the Building Permit Online Portal for permits issued on or after March 16, 2026.
What are “Conditions”?
Conditions are specific requirements—such as submitting documentation or completing a designated task—that must be satisfied before an inspection can be booked.
New Requirement for BCLS Submissions
For permits issued on or after March 16, 2026, any permit that includes a condition requiring a BCLS (BC Land Survey) must now have the BCLS uploaded directly to the portal under the Conditions section.
Once the BCLS has been uploaded and verified, the related inspection will automatically become available for booking.
Notice: NEW Building Permit Fees and Charges - Effective May 15, 2025.
Building Regulations Fees and Changes Bylaw No. 1595.01
Applying for a Building Permit
All Building Permits are processed and approved using our Online Building Permit Portal
Apply for building permits, check the status of your portal application, request inspections for your approved permit, or submit bylaw complaints, all from the comfort of your home or office. Click here to apply online. (Mobile devices are not compatible with the portal)
Demolition, Water and Sewer Permits - After permit has been applied for on the web portal, please contact our office at 250-390-6530 or email Building [at] rdn.bc.ca (Building[at]rdn[dot]bc[dot]ca) so the application may be reviewed promptly.
BC Building Code Resources
- For more information visit, BC Codes 2024 - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)
- Government of BC Bulletin, Transition period for seismic requirements in the British Columbia Building Code 2024
- BC Housing, 2024 Illustrated Guide – Lateral Bracing Requirements BC Building Code
