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The Building Inspection Department:
- Issue building, plumbing, chimney, soil deposit and soil removal, tree cutting and blasting permits
Building permits - the building inspector processes building applications and reviews plans to ensure compliance with the BC Building Code, municipal bylaws and policies
Other permits - the building inspector processes applications and reviews plans to ensure compliance with municipal bylaws and polices
- Site Inspections - site inspections are required to determine that conditions set out in the permit have been satisfied
Building - inspections are performed at various stages of construction. A final inspection is required upon completion of a project and before an occupancy permit can be issued. The Building Bylaw states that a "simple building" shall obtain an inspection and receive a Buildings Official's acceptance prior to concealing any aspect of the following work: foundation and footing forms (before concrete is poured; installation of perimeter drain tiles and damp-proofing (prior to backfilling); rough-in of all chimneys and fireplaces and solid fuel burning appliances; rough-in plumbing; insulation and vapour barrier; health and safety aspects of the work prior to occupancy
- Review of work with contractors and property owners - the building inspector provides clarification of building code and bylaw requirements, reviews preliminary building plans to determine compliance with regulations, provides interpretation of the BC Building Code and discusses appropriate construction methods
Building Official, Chris Leek - The Building Inspector administers the BC Building Code and ensures that all buildings in The District of the Highlands are constructed to the standards of the National Building Code
To book an inspection or contact the building official call 250-474-1773 - Inspections require 24 hour notice
Helpful information - forms - applications
Building Permit Guide
Construction Values
Building Permit Application
Demolition - Deconstruction Application
Fireplace - Chimney- Wood Stove Application
Plumbing Application - Residential
Soil Removal Application
Soil Deposit Application
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