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Part 9 Residential & Accessory Building
Permit Application Package
Development Services – Building Department Phone 604-527-4580
This package contains commonly required forms and documents that are required for a building permit
application. This is not an extensive list of all potential required documents. Please review this package
thoroughly, and ensure all required forms have been completed fully prior to applying for a building permit.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
*See below for a summary of the forms & documentation enclosed in this package*
Permit Application Checklist
Please carefully review and complete this checklist to ensure you have all required documentation prior
to application submission. Several of the required forms are provided in this package for your convenience.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Permit Application Contact Form
Please fill out completely, and ensure all information is accurate. Contractors, owners, and/or
applicants email is required, for both contacting you during plan review and during the inspection process.
Heritage Alteration Permit Application – (Planning Dept.)
A Heritage Alteration Permit may be required if your house is on a heritage registry, or in the Queens
Parks Heritage Control Area. Please Contact Planning Department for more information, 604-527-4532.
Erosion & Sediment Control Submission – (Engineering Dept.)
As per the Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) Bylaw, applicants must indicate what ESC facilities will
be in place during construction. Please contact engineering department for more information, 604-527-4592.
ESC submission is required for all new construction.
Design Verification & House Performance Reports
To ensure that your design is in compliance with the BCBC energy requirement of 9.36, a Design
Verification & House Performance Report is to be submitted at the time of building permit application. Forms
are required for all new home construction and for renovations where the existing exterior wall or ceiling finish
is substantially removed. Please contact the Building Department for more information, 604-527-4580.
Tree Permit Application – (Parks Dept.)
The City has a Tree Protection and Regulation Bylaw, which restricts the removal of trees on the
subject property, and monitors the protection of retained trees on both subject site and neighbouring
properties. It is advised to apply for tree permits prior to planning review, to determine which trees are
permitted to be removed. Please contact Parks Department for more information, 604-527-4567, or 604-515-
3787.
Letter of Authorization
A letter of authorization is required whenever anyone other than the owner is applying for a building,
demolition, or a tree permit, or to view archived drawings.
Single Detached & Duplex Residential Bui
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Part 9 Residential & Accessory Building
Permit Application Checklist
Development Services – Building Department Phone 604-527-4580
All plans and information submitted must be of an appropriate scale with sufficient detail to establish compliance with the building code and the bylaws of the city. The plans are to be legible and of suitable quality for archival storage. If you are unable to draw appropriate plans, then you must obtain the services of a qualified person. Drawings will be accepted in either metric or imperial, but all documentation must be consistent throughout in one standard only.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION Obtained Submitted Not Req’d
Tree Permit ( tree permit application should be submitted prior to planning review)
Permit Contact Information Form
Letter of Authorization ( If applicant is not title owner)
Secondary Suite Design Guidelines
Planning Division approval (PAR complete)
Zoning Analysis
Structure is on a heritage registry Planning Approval
Structure is in Queen’s Park conservation area Heritage Alteration Permit
Engineering Department approval of Site Service Design
Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Submission Form
Title Search ( no older than 24h old – obtain from BCLTSA office)
Topographical and Posting Plan Surveys ( same units as other drawings)
HPO approval (New construction or substantial re-construction, submitting at permit issuance accepted)
Slope Stability Analysis & Appendix D (lot slope > 5%)
Site Drainage Plan (lot slope > 5%)
Schedule B signed & sealed by Professional
Schedule A , required for projects with more than 1 Professional
Truss Drawing
Energy Design Verification Report
CONSTRUCTION IN QUEENSBOROUGH Obtained Submitted Not Req’d
Queensborough Development Permit
Subsidence Covenant – 3 copies (Contact Plan Reviewer for blank copy)
Geotechnical Engineer Report
Geotech Report Summary ( Schedule “A”) – 3 copies
Lot Grading Plan
Contractor Liability Insurance ($3,000,000)
Pile Foundation Plan ( sealed by Professional)
Methane Venting Plan ( sealed by Professional)
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Please ensure that your permit drawings meet all of the below requirements. Should the drawings not contain required information, your permit application will not be accepted
REQUIRED DRAWINGS – (3 Copies are required, ) Obtained Submitted Not Req’d
Site Plan north arrow ( true north & project north)
Min. Scale: setbacks shown
1:100 or 1/8”=1’-0” main floor/eave/ridge geodetic elev.
natural & finished geodetic grades
datum determination points shown (4 corners of lot)
street name(s) shown
location of existing & proposed driveway letdowns
finish elev. of sidewalks & driveway
driveway & parking location
landscape & ground covering (sod, asphalt etc.)
stairs, decks, light wells, projections
ditch locations and inverts
retaining walls - top and bottom elev.
trees & tree protection barrier
Zoning analysis Site area, building area, floor space ratio, etc.
Cross-Section Elevation of finished geodetic grades
Min. Scale: floors/eave/ridge geodetic elev.
1:50 or 1/4”=1’-0” rooms labelled
room clear height shown
construction & finish details
REQUIRED DRAWINGS Obtained Submitted Not Req’d
Floor Plans structural framing indicated
Min. Scale: foundations indicated
1:50 or 1/4”=1’-0” Basement FSR calculation shown
section line
room use and size
doors, windows, stairs dimensioned
Elevations natural & finished geodetic grades
Min. Scale: spatial separation calculation
1:50 or 1/4”=1’-0” building height calculation shown
On each elevation show geodetic elevations of floors/eave/ridge
Construction Details: Floor, ceiling, roof and wall assemblies
Min. Scale: Rain Screen details
1:20 or 1/2” = 1’-0” Insulation/ air barrier details
Thermal insulation calculations
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STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CHECK
Engineering Required? Yes No Unsure- Contact Building Department for further information
Designed Under? Part 4 / Part 9
Sealed Structural Drawings – 2 copies
Letters of Assurance Structural:
Geotechnical:
Architectural:
Other:
Other:
Coordinating Professional
OTHER:
Is the lot being Subdivided? YES NO Is the property under an HRA? YES NO Does the building have an HRV? YES NO Is the building sprinkled? YES NO
FORCED AIR FURNACE / ELECTRIC / HYDRONIC
Does the Project Require Demolition? Yes / No
Notes: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please note the following:
Please leave an adequate amount of blank space on your drawings for plan reviewer /
inspectors notes.
Any changes / revisions to stock plans are to be made in black ink and deletions are
to be whited out.
It is the Permit Holders responsibility to ensure city copies of the plans are to date.
Exterior dimensions are to be rounded to the nearest inch.
Single line drawings are acceptable for site plans only.
Permits take approximately 3 weeks to process, however if the property is under
subdivision, HRA or application made in peak season, may take longer.
Should you be unsure of anything, contact the Building Department for guidance.
**NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LISTING OF ALL BYLAW AND BUILDING
CODE REQUIREMENTS. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE REQUIRED. **
**INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE TURNED AWAY**
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City of New Westminster Permit Application Contact Form
Development Services – Building Department Phone 604-527-4580
Please print (to be filled out completely by applicant). Date: _______________________________
Project Address: ________________________________________________________________
Proposed Work: Single Family/Duplex Accessory Building (Garage / Shed)
Other___________________
New Addition Alteration Repair
Project Description:
______________________________________________________________________________________
Estimated Construction Value (separate value for detached accessory buildings):
______________________________________________________________________________________
Owner (Company/Person): ___________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:______________ Cell: ______________ E-mail :__________________________________________________
Designer:
(Company/Person):__________________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:______________ Cell: ______________ E-mail:___________________________________________________
Contractor: (Company/Person):_________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:______________ Cell: ______________ E-mail:___________________________________________________
Permit Holder: (Company/Person):___________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:______________ Cell: ______________ E-mail:___________________________________________________
Contact Person during Plan Review: ________________________ E-mail:_________________________
Contact Person during Inspections: ________________________ E-mail:____________________________
Applicant: Owner Tenant Contractor Designer Agent
Name:__________________________________ Signature:_____________________________ By signing I am acknowledging the above waiver
Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________ Postal Code
Phone:______________ Fax:_________________ Cell: ______________ E-mail:_________________
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Heritage Alteration Permit
Application
Development Services – Planning Department Phone 604-527-4532
PERMIT NO. – HAP
SITE PARTICULARS:
I/We hereby make an application for a Heritage Alteration Permit on the above-noted site.
In support of this application, I/We submit the following:
Existing photos of the building(s) Up-to-date State of Title Certificate
Site plan Letter of Authorization (if applicable)
Drawings of the proposed work (including paint chips if relevant)
Any pertinent information to support this application
Is this application required as part of a Heritage Revitalization Agreement process?
Yes No
Is this application required as part of the Heritage Control Period in the Queen’s Park neighbourhood?
Yes No
CONTACT PLANNING DEPARTMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Street Address:
Legal Description:
Address:
Name of Owner / Applicant (please print)
Signature of Owner / Applicant Contact Information:
Received by Email
Date Phone
Office use only
Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) Submission Form
Engineering Department Phone 604-527-4592
In Accordance with the Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw, No. 7754, 2016 This form is a submission requirement for a Building Permit Application for single detached/duplex residential
development. Failure to submit a completed form will result in the Building Permit Application being rejected.
Owner/Agent Name:__________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:_____________________________Email:________________________________________________
Civic Address
Lot Size (approximate square footage):
________________________________________________________________________________________ Expected start date:_________________________ Expected finish date:____________________________
Significant Ground Disturbance expected: Yes No
The following ESC Facilities must be implemented for all Single Detached and Duplex Developments, but it
is the Owner’s/ Developer’s responsibility to include any additional ESC Facilities as necessary to ensure
compliance with the City’s ESC Bylaw.
Check the boxes related to ESC Facilities that apply to your project:
Gutters and downspouts Access/egress controls (eg. gravel access pad) Perimeter sediment control measures (eg. silt fence, ditch protection) Temporary drainage swale and pump Storm inlet protection (eg. catch basin, silt traps/socks, “dandy bags”) Paved surfaces sweeping/maintenance Other ______________________________________
I (Developer/Owner) _________________________hereby declare that the information included in this form is
correct and true. At a minimum, I commit to install and maintain the ESC Facilities as identified in the above
checklist. I have read and understand the provisions of the Bylaw, and I will abide by all applicable provisions
of said Bylaw.
Dated: _______________________________
Signature of Developer/Owner or Duly Authorized Agent: __________________________________
CONTACT ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION
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ESC facilities or best management practices typically
used on single family residential lot construction
sites
Diagram courtesy of the City of Coquitlam
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Design Verification Report For Buildings Complying with the BC Building Code (BCBC) Section 9.36 Verification
Instructions: 1. Effective May 1st, 2016.
2. To be completed by the Applicant.
3. To be submitted with Building Permit application, accompanied with supporting documentation.
Addressed to: Plan Review, Development Services, City of New Westminster
I, ____________________________________ , am the Applicant for the below-mentioned project and have coordinated the design to
substantially comply with the requirements of Section 9.36 of the 2012 BC Building Code, based on pursuing the Energy Regulation
indicated in the Project Details below.
Project Details
Project Address:
BCBC Compliance Pathway: (Check One)
Building Permit #:
1. Prescriptive 9.36.2 to 9.36.4 (COMPLETE SECTION A) 2. Prescriptive + Trade-offs: 9.36.2 to 9.36.4 (COMPLETE SECTION A + B) 3. Performance 9.36.5 (COMPLETE SECTION A + C)
Are you looking to achieve a green home certification? If so, click all that apply:
Energy Star® for New Homes Built Green LEED™ for Homes
R-2000 Passive House Other:
SECTION A: DRAWING SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Please check all that apply: 9.36 Compliance (Pathways 1 – 3)
9.36 Compliance (Pathway 3 only)
Envelope section drawing(s) indicate the Effective Thermal Resistance (RSI) of Assembly for all Exterior Opaque Building Assemblies. Note each Assembly as either “Meets Minimum Prescriptive Standard” or “Exceeds Minimum Prescriptive Standard” or “Does Not Meet
Minimum Prescriptive Standard” found in Tables 9.36.2.6.A./B. and Table 9.36.2.8.A/B.
Window section drawing(s) indicate the Overall Thermal Transmittance (U-Value) for all
Fenestration, Doors and Skylights. Note each as either “Meets Minimum Prescriptive Standard” or “Exceeds Minimum Prescriptive Standard” or “Does Not Meet Minimum Prescriptive Standard” found in Tables 9.36.2.7.A./B./C.
Drawing(s) indicate the Performance Rating and Energy Source for all Space- heating,
Space-cooling and Service Hot Water Systems. Prescriptive requirements are found in Tables
9.36.3.10. and Table 9.36.4.2.
Drawing(s) indicate the corresponding Areas (in m2) of each Wall, Window and Door Assembly type, the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) of each Window, and the Ratio of total Vertical Fenestration and Door Area to Gross Wall Area.
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SECTION B: PRESCRIPTIVE + SIMPLE TRADE-OFF
9.36.2.11 Compliance 9.36 Trade-off completed and attached (example below) Please Note: The above table is an example only. Please obtain the full Sheet from the Building Department, or from the city
website, complete, and submit with the permit application.
SECTION C: PERFORMANCE MODELLING
9.36.5 Compliance House Performance Report Attached
SATISFACTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The undersigned has produced and/or reviewed the House Performance Evaluation for the above-mentioned project, created based on the project’s design as provided by the Designer of Record. The undersigned has verified that the project complies with the Compliance Pathway, as detailed in Section 9.36 of the 2012 BC Building Code. Signature: Date:
Full Name (Print):
Email: Phone:
Company Name:
Company Address:
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House Performance Report (Pre-Construction) For Buildings Complying with the BC Building Code (BCBC) Section 9.36 Verification
Instructions: 1. Effective May 1st, 2016. 2. To be completed by the Certified Energy Advisor (CEA) approved by Natural Resources Canada.
3. To be submitted with permit application, accompanied with supporting documentation.
Addressed to: Plan Review, Development Services, City of New Westminster Project Details
Project Address: Building Permit #:
Building Type: Single-Family Rowhouse/Townhome Duplex
Apartment <4 storeys Coach House Other
Building Height: Total Building Floor Area: ft2
SECTION A: BUILDING CHARACTERISTICS SUMMARY
Exterior Walls (Construction + Effective R-Value)
Roof/Attic (Construction + Effective R-Value)
Foundation/Below-Grade Walls (Construction + Effective R-Value)
Windows (Type + Overall U-Value)
Space Conditioning (System Type, Fuel Source, Performance Rating)
Ventilation (Design basis according to Section 9.32)
Hot Water Heating (System Type, Fuel Source, Performance Rating)
Other Energy Impacting Features (Design Basis)
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SECTION B: BUILDING CHARACTERISTICS SUMMARY
Energy Modeling Software (Version):
Reference Building
HVAC (Energy Use + Fuel Source)
Hot Water Heating (Energy Use + Fuel Source)
TOTAL (Energy Use in Megajoules)
Climatic Data (Location):
PROPOSED Building
HVAC (Energy Use + Fuel Source)
Hot Water Heating (Energy Use + Fuel Source)
TOTAL (Energy Use in Megajoules)
SATISFACTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The undersigned has produced and/or reviewed the House Performance Evaluation for the above-mentioned project, created based on the project’s design as provided by the Designer of Record. The undersigned has verified that the project complies with the Subsection 9.36.5. of Division B, as detailed in the 2012 BC Building Code. Signature: Date:
Full Name (Print):
Email: Phone:
Company Name:
Company Address:
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Tree Removal Permit Application
City of New Westminster Tree Protection Bylaw Program 511 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9
Tel: 604-527-4567
Site Address: Application Date:
Registered Owner (please print): Preferred method to be contacted: email phone
Name: Email: Phone Number(s):
Address of Owner: Postal Code:
Applicant (this section to be completed only when the applicant is not the registered owner of the lot):
Name: Email: Phone Number(s):
Address of Applicant: Postal Code:
Arborist Name or Company Name (please print):
Name: Email: Phone Number(s):
Type, Diameter and Reason for Removal
Type/ Species of Tree Diameter (cm) Reason for Removal
Tree #1
Tree #2
Tree #3
List attached for additional trees Proposed Scale, Timing
and Method of Removals
Check all application materials submitted:
Submitted Required:
Replacement Trees Required for each
hazardous tree removed= 1
Application Fee ($75) Site Plan or Tree Survey (2 copies) Photograph(s) of site and trees
Proposed methods for access site, erosion control, manage
runoff and protect retained trees
Letter(s) of Authorization Engineering Report (if required) Proof of Title
(within 72 hours)
Tree Protection Plan (2 copies)** Tree Replacement Plan (2 copies)** Arborist Report
**Indicates requirements that may be
exempted for hazardous tree removal
permit with appropriate supporting
documentation
Replacement Trees Required for each
tree removed= 2
No. of Retained/ Protected Trees:
No. of Replacement Trees:
As registered owner or authorized agent for owner, I am aware of, understand and intend to comply with all regulations and requirements of “City of New
Westminster Tree Protection Bylaw, 2016, No. 7799” and certify that all information provided with this application is correct and true. I acknowledge that
responsibility for ensuring bylaw compliance rests with the owner, the owner’s employees, agents and contractors, and that responsibility for ensuring
bylaw compliance for each includes responsibility for ensuring all those below him or her comply with the bylaw.
Signed at New Westminster, BC on
date
Signature of Owner Signature of Authorized Agent for Owner
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Application Requirements (for information only): The applicant must submit the following:
Application Phase:
Application fee
Complete application form including address and legal description of property, written
consent from owner (if applicant is not the owner of the lot) Written purpose and rationale for each proposed tree cutting or removal
Site Plan or Tree Survey with location of tree(s) clearly indicated
Photographs showing the tree in its setting, the entire tree and the problem Details of the scale, methods, and timing of proposed cutting or removal of trees. Proposed methods to access the site, control erosion, manage runoff, and protect retained trees For shared trees (trees on both sides of a property boundary): written authorization from the neighbours who
share ownership For applications from strata councils, management companies etc.: a letter, with contact information, stating that
the applicant is authorized to apply for tree removal on behalf of the strata Other information may be requested as required (e.g. BCLS survey, Engineer’s report,
etc.) Proof of Title (within 72 hours)
Arborist Report prepared by an ISA certified arborist** Tree Protection Plan prepared by an ISA certified arborist (showing tree protection zones as per City Standards) **
At Permit Issuance:
Tree Replacement Commitment Letter
Tree Replacement Plan (prepared by an arborist or LA) Permit fee
Securities fee Replacement Trees:
Photograph of Replacement Tree Planted (6 months from issuance of permit).Photograph of replacement Tree (1 year from planting)
Notice from ISA certified arborist that all Replacement Trees have been planted and maintained for period specified** Notice from ISA certified arborist that all Retained Trees have been protected and maintained for period specified**
** Indicates requirements that may be exempted for hazardous tree removal permit with appropriate supporting documentation
For Office Use only:
Date Received: No. Removed Trees: Tree Permit Fee:
Lot No.: No. Retained Trees: Retained Trees Securities:
Application Fee Paid Yes / No / NA No. Replacement Trees: Replacement Trees Securities:
Comments:
Staff Initials
CONTACT PARKS DEPARTMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Letter of Authorization
Building, Engineering & Parks Departments
Persons acting for the Property Owner as an agent (such as a contractor, or as the Permit
Applicant) are required to provide a completed and signed letter of authorization.
Original letters only will be accepted
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To whom it may concern: Property Address:______________________________________________________
Legal Description:______________________________________________________
I am the owner, as defined in the current “Building Bylaw”, “Subdivision and Development Control Bylaw” and “Soil Deposit Regulation Bylaw”, of the above referenced property and hereby authorize:
Authorization Provided To:
______________________________________________________________________ Please print
Tel. No.: ______________ Cell No.: _______________ Fax No.:_________________
E-mail:___________________________________________________________
Please circle where applicable. To represent me in an application for:
Building Department
Building Permit Application / Demolition Permit Application / Tree Permit Application
Archives – Obtain permit drawing records
View Only / Print or save drawings as PDF (USB stick required)
Engineering Department
Subdivision Application / Fill Permit Application / Address Change Request
Owner's Information Name:
________________________________________________________________________ Please print
Address: ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Tel. No.: ______________ Cell No.: _________________ Fax No.:________________
E-mail:_________________________________________________________________
Date: ________________________ Signature: ________________________________