Development, Permits & Construction

Looking to construct on your property?

The links below provide information to owners, developers, builders and others interested in obtaining formal permission to begin constructing, demolition, addition or renovations to property in the City of Burnaby.

Homes and houses

Construction or renovation of homes and houses in single- and two-family residential areas.

Commercial, industrial and multi-family buildings

Construction of new buildings, additions and changes to existing commercial, industrial and multi-residential buildings requires several approvals and permits to ensure that the construction meets City requirements, safety standards and all other applicable laws.

Looking to develop on your property?

The links below provide information to owners, developers, builders and others interested in obtaining approvals for developing property in the City of Burnaby.

Helpful resources

Have questions?

Building General Inquiries
Building Permits
Planning General Inquiries
Engineering General Inquiries

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