Commerical Permits
Commercial, Industrial, Institutional or Multifamily Building Permits
You’ll need a building permit to build a brand new building, complete tenant improvements, renovate an existing space, or change the use of a space (ie: from a retail store to a restaurant).
To apply for a Building Permit for commercial or industrial project you will need:
- Any Commerical, Industrial, Institutional or Multifamily Projects - Comm Indust Instit Multi Family Pkg.pdf [PDF - 276 KB] or
- Any Tenant Improvement projects - Ten. Improvement Pkg.pdf [PDF - 277 KB]
- What is an Agency Agreement? - Intro to Agency Agreement PDF - 290 KB]
- Agency Agreement - Agency Agreement Form.pdf [PDF - 111 KB]
You may also require:
- Commercial Plumbing Permit - Plumbing Permit [PDF - 224 KB]
Here are some things to keep in mind when making an application:
- Incomplete application packages will not be processed and instead will be returned to the applicant
- New residences may require proof of registration from Licencing and Consumer Services (formerly Homeowner Protection Office HPO)
- Building Permit Fee and Fine Schedule - 2016-02-16-Building Dept Fees.pdf [PDF - 123 KB]
- It could take three to five weeks for an application to be reviewed and processed, depending on the volume of applications
- You can view your permit application status online using your MyCity account
Please contact the Building Department if you have any questions, call 250-490-2571 or buildinginfo@penticton.ca .
250-490-2501
