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Vancouver building permits, week of 23 November 2020
The City of Vancouver issued 83 building permits between 23 and 29 November 2020, worth $68.3M in all. Renovation led with 41 permits, then new build with 20 and demolition with 18. Downtown and Hastings-Sunrise were the busiest neighbourhoods.
Permits by trade
| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 41 | |
| New build | 20 | |
| Demolition | 18 | |
| Commercial | 2 | |
| Addition | 1 | |
| Solar | 1 |
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| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-11-27 | 1290 Burrard St Downtown |
Interior tenant improvement for Toyota Auto Dealership on Levels T5, T1, 1 to 3 in the empty shell space of the Burrard Place Tower B (first TI). NO DP REQUIRED AS PER City staff Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $6,348,400 |
| 2020-11-27 | 4770 Duchess St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To Construct a new 4-storey residential building of combustible construction over a slab-on-grade foundation, consisting of 6 dwelling units and 2 lock-off units and having surface parking off a lane at the rear of this site. NOTE: this will be a Staged Construction CP process permit reviewed under the 2019 VBBL during the 2019 Covid-19 pandemic. New build Secondary suite | Shoreline Homes Inc | $1,925,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 1026 Hazelton St Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement/Cellar ($827,737.50) with a detached accessory building (garage) ($10,000), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, and an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED GARAGE (if applicable), to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8500252 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in Rear Yard, Interior component located in the Basement. 4.\tBar sink located in the Basement. New build Secondary suite | Pridwen Construction Ltd | $827,738 |
| 2020-11-27 | 1234 E 19TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 2 storey + basement two-family dwelling ($696,500.00) with a detached accessory building (garage) ($10,000), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. **This is a BP (Building permit) after a DP (development permit) The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard New build | Medallion Homes Inc | $696,500 |
| 2020-11-27 | 2322 Graveley St Grandview-Woodland |
To alter and convert the existing one-family dwelling to a 3-storey Multiple Conversion Dwelling residential building containing two dwelling units and to construct a two-storey One-Family Dwelling infill building with an attached one-car garage (serving the MCD) and one at grade surface parking space, with vehicular access from the lane. - See BP-2019-04389 for infill building. Garage is designed to serve the main house. Rev. #1 - C. Fong - Aug 19, 2021. - Update retention statements on existing character building elevation sheet A-06. Existing dormers cannot be retained and proposed to remove as approved by DP-2021-00596. - Revise north elevation to add window brackets, facia trim and revise entry header to match precedent. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2014 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: - Entire building is to be sprinklered to NFPA 13R requirements. - Sch-A, Struct. B & Geo. B are submitted. - Existing building is fully upgraded meeting 'Recontruction' upgrade levels of F4, S4, N4, A4 & E6. - Each dwelling unit has its own direct and separate entrance. - All new windows, doors, and skylights shall conform to AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS. - This permit has been issued without a salvage & abatement review. Removal of hazardous materials shall be done in accordance to WorkSafe BC requirements. QP declaration and hazmat report filed. Renovation Windows | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 2322 Graveley St Grandview-Woodland |
To construct a two-storey One-Family Dwelling infill building with an attached one-car garage and one at grade surface parking space, with vehicular access from the lane. - See BP-2019-04388 for main building. Infill garage is designed to serve the main building. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2014 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: - Entire building is to be sprinklered to NFPA 13R requirements. - Sch-A, Struct. B & Geo. B are submitted. - All new windows, doors, and skylights shall conform to AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $300,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 1845 Robson St West End |
Interior alterations to renovate the bathrooms on the upper level of this existing dwelling unit #803 on the 8th floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for field review per City staff: L2 - HVAC - Replace washroom baseboard with in-floor radient system\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Renovation HVAC Plumbing | applicant withheld (individual) | $60,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 2102 W 38TH Av Arbutus Ridge |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this unit #411 (PH11) on the 4th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation | Alpha & Omega Painting Inc | $35,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 808 E 8TH Av Mount Pleasant |
Interior alterations to renovate the bathroom in this existing dwelling unit #314 on the 3rd floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: Bathroom renovation, pluming fixtures and electrical work. OK for field review per City staff: L2 - HVAC - Install programmable thermostats with nighttime setback and switch for heating system Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $25,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 270 E 24TH Av Riley Park |
Interior alterations only to provide a new flush beam and a change of use from a One-Family Dwelling to a One-Family Dwelling with Secondary Suite on this existing inside without lane site. OK for field review with new flush beam conditions to be reviewed as per City staff. This building is not sprinklered. Note: The existing small car parking space is to be permanently maintained for this proposed One-Family Dwelling with Secondary Suite building. Renovation Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $17,500 |
| 2020-11-27 | 1026 Hazelton St Hastings-Sunrise |
Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – Company Name East West Excavating Ltd. (Contact Name: Dale Aujla) [contact removed] Demolition | East West Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-11-27 | 3495 Franklin St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03306 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: BCQP CONSULTANTS INC. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-11-27 | 531 E 18TH Av Riley Park |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03335 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Harvey Wong, CRSP,ROHT of Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-11-27 | 1320 W 46TH Av Oakridge |
Salvage and abatement permit Demolition | CANTON EXCAVATING LTD. | — |
| 2020-11-27 | 2626 Skeena St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To permit Salvage and Abatement of this existing Office Building on this site. Related Permits: 3664 Cornett Road - BP-2020-03336 – Demolition 3664 Cornett Road - BP-2020-03337 – Salvage & Abatement 3610 Cornett Road – BP-2020-03338 – Demolition 3610 Cornett Road – BP-2020-03341 – Salvage & Abatement Demolition Commercial | Brian Michael Lee & Gordon Miller Kerr & Daniel Keith Clayton | — |
| 2020-11-27 | 2626 Skeena St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To permit Salvage and Abatement of this Existing Industrial Building on this site. Related Permits: 3664 Cornett Road - BP-2020-03336 – Demolition 3664 Cornett Road - BP-2020-03337 – Salvage & Abatement 3610 Cornett Road – BP-2020-03338 – Demolition 3610 Cornett Road – BP-2020-03341 – Salvage & Abatement Demolition Commercial | Brian Michael Lee & Gordon Miller Kerr & Daniel Keith Clayton | — |
| 2020-11-26 | 2550 Garden Drive Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Bucci Garden Homes Limited will be demolishing the 7 single-family homes located at 2542 - 2570 Garden Drive & 2309-2369 E 10th Ave and will be building a new 6 storey wood frame strata condominium with 2 levels of underground parking. This is a CP Process Permit reviewed under the 2019 VBBL during the Covid 19 pandemic. New build Demolition | no contractor listed | $15,227,758 |
| 2020-11-26 | 1120 Pacific St West End |
Interior and exterior alterations to this existing 12 storey rental residential highrise. The project is classified under Part 11 as a major renovation with upgrade triggers F2, S3, N3, A3, E4. The work includes building envelope retrofit with new rain screen noncombustible cladding, new exterior insulation, new double glazed windows, new sprinkler system, new fire alarm system, new energy efficient heating system, new LED lighting, new roofing, upgraded elevator, new exterior balcony guards. BRB Manager and Planning Department have confirmed that this could be processed as a DB Permit under the CP Program. This permit is to replace permit BP-2019-03795. To be reviewed and issued as part of a digital pilot under the 2019 VBBL. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure hard copies of the digitally approved drawings are available on site for any required inspections. Reviewed during the 2020 pandemic. Stage 1 - full construction - accepted Nov.26/2020 Renovation Windows Roofing HVAC Electrical | no contractor listed | $4,000,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 2130 W 33RD Av Arbutus Ridge |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one-family dwelling ($1,052,500.00) with an attached garage, providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from W 33rd ave. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1- Bar/Sink proposed in basement 2- A/C unit proposed rear yard New build | SE Ventures Ltd | $1,052,500 |
| 2020-11-26 | 555 W 8TH Av Fairview |
#400 - 575 W 8th (full floor tenant) Interior alteration only to existing full floor tenant improvements for a new General Office tenant on the 4th floor (unit #400) at this existing commercial building on the site. Scope of work: demolish partition wall, remove doors, construct new partition walls, doors, ceiling, millwork, glazing, finishes, lighting, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and sprinkler work. Tenant: GENOME BC Renovation Demolition HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | VPAC Construction Group Ltd | $800,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 235 Main St Downtown |
interior and exterior alteration and a change of occupancy of the main floor from retail (E) to ancillary office, kitchen, dining area (C) serving the occupants of the SRO's on the floors above. Reviewed under the 2014 VBBL. Renovation | no contractor listed | $750,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 3083 Grandview Highway Renfrew-Collingwood |
3083 Grandivew Highway To provide tenant improvements and to demise all interior walls to create one Wholesaling Class B with Ancillary Office in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope to Include: Demise walls to create one unit, demolish the two mezzanine levels ( approx 1300 sq.ft) add new guardrail and handrail to existing stairs and remaining mezzanine level. Upgrade the Mechanical and electrical and new roof membrane. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Exterior Alterations OK Per City staff.2020 Renovation Demolition Roofing HVAC Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 5422 Rhodes St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($172,250.00) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law Note: Bldg 1 (principal bldg) addressed 5422 Rhodes St retained on site. 1.\tNo A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | RICHTOWN CONSTRUCTION LTD | $172,250 |
| 2020-11-26 | 4446 W 5TH Av West Point Grey |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($147,500) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law Note: Bldg 1 (principal bldg) addressed #1-4446 W 5th Ave. retained on site. 1.\tA/C unit proposed underneath Main House rear deck South facing elevation. To comply to City of Vancouver Noise Bylaw #6555 at all times. New build Secondary suite | Smallworks Studio and Laneway Housing Inc | $147,500 |
| 2020-11-26 | 444 Kootenay St Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish this existing commercial building (1941) on this site. Demo Declaration – Chris Duffy of Clearview Demolition Ltd [contact removed] Notice of Demolition must be provided to District Building Inspector 24 hours in advance of demolition. This can be provided by requesting an inspection through your online account, or by calling 3-1-1 or [contact removed] outside Vancouver. Demolition Commercial | Clearview Demolition Ltd | $134,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 800 Hornby St Downtown |
SPECIAL EVENT: To erect and install an approx. 22m high and 5 m diameter Christmas tree for the Amacom Christmas Tree Lighting event for a limited period of time expiring January 7, 2021. Commercial | no contractor listed | $110,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 805 W Broadway Fairview |
#1507 - 15th floor interior alterations to provide tenant improvements and to combine the two existing Health Care Offices at #1506 and #1507 into one unit (retaining #1507) in this existing commercial building on the site. Scope of work: remove/construct interior partitions, millwork, remove doors, new glazing doors, electrical and plumbing work. Addressing Note: #1506 has been cancelled and is to be removed from the suite entrance. #1507 is to be posted on the suite and clearly visible from the suite entry prior to final inspection. Tenant: Emergence Endodontics - Dr Wendy Lai Building Sprinklered Selected Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to Local Control (per City staff.4.1.1.(a) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) OK for Field Review as per City staff Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Gibraltar Holdings Ltd | $100,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 1859 Spyglass Place Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to the amenity area of Building 1 on the ground floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: Layout change to existing kitchen, millwork, plumbing fixtures and electrical work, replace flooring. OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation Plumbing Electrical | Venture Pacific Construction Management Ltd | $60,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 3553 E Hastings St Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish this existing commercial building (1960) on this site. Demo Declaration – Chris Duffy of Clearview Demolition Ltd [contact removed] Notice of Demolition must be provided to District Building Inspector 24 hours in advance of demolition. This can be provided by requesting an inspection through your online account, or by calling 3-1-1 or [contact removed] outside Vancouver. Demolition Commercial | Clearview Demolition Ltd | $55,400 |
| 2020-11-26 | 2202 Cypress St Kitsilano |
#205 - To permit interior alterations to this Unit #205 in this existing Multiple Dwelling Building on this site. Scope to Include: Update to Master Bathroom, replace standing shower with tub/shower combo. New lighting, radiant floor heating and all new fixtures. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Energy upgrade: L2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Renovation HVAC Plumbing | no contractor listed | $19,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 2130 W 33RD Av Arbutus Ridge |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – [name withheld] (PL Demolition) [contact removed] This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Green Demolition Conditions Apply 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required Demolition | applicant withheld (individual) | $15,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 1816 Haro St West End |
Exterior alterations to install a garbage enclosure (16' w x 8'7" h x 6'9" d) at the rear of the site. OK for field review as per City staffed Renovation | no contractor listed | $12,000 |
| 2020-11-26 | 1235 W 70TH Av Marpole |
CF-2017-03256 Interior alterations to remove two unauthorized suites on the basement of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: - To remove existing kitchen and bathroom from suite #25 - To remove sleeping unit from unit 25B on basement Ok for field review as per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $6,500 |
| 2020-11-26 | 3075 Main St Mount Pleasant |
#4 - 175 E 5th Ave (2nd Floor) To change the use of this small suite School-Arts or Self Improvement to General Office in this commercial building on the site. No alterations area proposed. OK for Field Review as per City staffEnergy Upgrade Selected: E1 - Lighting - Functional Testing per City staff.4.3. of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $4,500 |
| 2020-11-26 | 2230 Ontario St Mount Pleasant |
Interior/exterior alterations only to remove a door which provides access to the existing fire escape ladder, and to replace with a lower fixed window at a minimum 42" high sill and an operable window, all within the existing opening on the upper floor level, and to convert the unauthorized kitchen to a bar area at the basement floor level, and to remove the unauthorized dwelling unit, including infilling the three (3) unauthorized window openings to sentence 9.10.15.4 of VBL 2019, in the accessory shed building located to the north side at the basement floor level of this existing Multiple Conversion Dwelling building. Scope of work includes a code compliant 42" guardrail for the existing main floor roof deck as per City staffr 13, 2020. Note: 1. DBI to determine if separate sprinkler permit is required Renovation Garage or shed Windows Roofing | no contractor listed | $800 |
| 2020-11-26 | 1016 E 8TH Av Mount Pleasant |
CF-2019-015916 To provide exterior alterations for podium membrane repair, construct new exterior stairs and provide landscaping at the south podium of this existing 4-storey multiple dwelling residential building. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: 1. No ground disturbance. Renovation | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-11-26 | 862 W 59TH Av Marpole |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-02841 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Peter Van Bakel - BCQP Consultants Inc.\t- [contact removed] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-11-26 | 1626 W 58TH Av Marpole |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Demolition | Navigator Properties Inc | — |
| 2020-11-25 | 1055 Vernon Drive Strathcona |
To construct a 4-storey industrial and office building over two levels of underground parkade with repair garage/subsidiary office on the main/mezzanine floor; manufacturing on the 2nd floor; manufacturing/offices on the 3rd floor; and offices on the 4th floor. VBBL 2014 - Reviewed during the 2020 pandemic crisis. STAGE 1 - Excavation and Shoring issued on Mar. 12, 2020. STAGE 2 - Structure Only issued on June 11, 2020. STAGE 2 - REVISION #1 - Structural Changes (loading bay area) issued on Sept. 23, 2020. STAGE 3 - Full Construction issued on November 25th, 2020. STAGE 3 - REVISION #2 - To incorporate the missing Code compliance plans released at Stage 3 issued on Dec. 2, 2020. STAGE 3 - REVISION #3 - Interior and exterior changes on the following: Parking alterations (Level P1: 1 Small Car removed / Level P2: 1 Standard changed to 2 Small Car Stalls); - Level P1: End-Of-Trip facilities layout changes, and Loading Bay Grill- Shutter split configuration changed with the Exit door in the middle, along with the relocation aligning the stairs on exit route; - 4th Floor: added elevator stop; - Roof: Elevator penthouse raised and upper access ladder added; - Elevations: exterior alteration changes. Issued on Feb. 17, 2022. New build Renovation Roofing Commercial | Wales McLelland Construction Company (1988) Ltd | $23,789,099 |
| 2020-11-25 | 234 W 11TH Av Mount Pleasant |
**********************PART 5**************************** Building Permit for DP-2019-00593 To alter and convert this existing one-family dwelling to a multiple conversion dwelling (Building 1) containing three dwelling units sharing 2 built-in parking stalls and 2 surface parking stalls with a 2-storey 2-family dwelling at the rear having vehicular access from the lane. NOTE: To achieve the required FSR. A floor space exclusion of 2% has been applied to this application as per section 10.11.1 of the district schedule, to accommodate improved building performance. Revision #1: To add updated envelope details to plans. P Volpi, Sept. 1, 2021 Renovation | no contractor listed | $1,050,000 |
| 2020-11-25 | 2545 W 14TH Av Kitsilano |
To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement ($965,485.00) with 1 open parking over gravel, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8444713 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard New build Secondary suite | Meister Construction Ltd | $965,485 |
| 2020-11-25 | 3437 Oxford St Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling with 2 lock-off units located in the Basement ($795,875.00) with a detached accessory building (garage) ($10,000), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8481131 2.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard New build Secondary suite | applicant withheld (individual) | $795,875 |
| 2020-11-25 | 4220 St. Catherines St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building Permit for DP-2018-01014 Interior / exterior alteration, addition and conversion of this existing one-family dwelling Heritage C building to a multiple conversion dwelling containing two dwelling units with an attached garage providing one parking space having vehicular access from St. Catherines Street. Addition Renovation | no contractor listed | $554,000 |
| 2020-11-25 | 234 W 11TH Av Mount Pleasant |
**Part 5 including infill*** Building Permit for DP-2019-00593 to develop a 2-storey one-family infill dwelling (Building 2) sharing 2 built-in parking stalls and 2 surface parking with the principle 3-storey 3-unit MCD building having vehicular access from the lane. NOTE: To achieve the required FSR. A floor space exclusion of 2% has been applied to this application as per section 10.11.1 of the district schedule, to accommodate improved building performance. Revision #1: To add updated envelope details to plans. P Volpi, Sept. 1, 2021. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $350,000 |
| 2020-11-25 | 2545 W 14TH Av Kitsilano |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($249,930.00) with 1 open parking gravel space having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. The entire building including the attached garage to be sprinklered to NFPA 13R. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8444713 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard New build Secondary suite | Meister Construction Ltd | $249,930 |
| 2020-11-25 | 4220 St. Catherines St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building Permit for DP-2018-01014 to develop an infill one-family dwelling for a total of three dwelling units at the rear of this site. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $196,000 |
| 2020-11-25 | 1805 Nelson St West End |
To demise the existing neighbourhood pub in conjunction with liquor store into 2 separate units and change of major occupancy in the newly demised unit from ancillary liquor store (Group A2) to retail (Group E) shell space in this existing commercial building. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: 1. Ok for BP only per City staff. Separate permit require for future TI. 3. Arch. B is submitted. 4. Proposed occupant load = 20 persons. Washroom capacity is max. 25 persons. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $9,000 |
| 2020-11-25 | 426 E 55TH Av Sunset |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03287 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad, Kinetic OHS Services, [contact removed], [contact removed] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-11-24 | 563 W 20TH Av South Cambie |
To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement ($702,750.00) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8137504 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in Rear Yard (North), Interior component located in Second floor hallway closet 4.\tBar sink located in basement media room New build Secondary suite | Cyanic Developments Inc | $702,750 |
| 2020-11-24 | 1085 Homer St Downtown |
Building Permit for DP-2020-00009 Unit #200 - 2nd floor To change the use of approximately 9803 sq.ft. from a Fitness Centre use to an Institutional – School use on the second floor, in this existing mixed-use building on this site. Note: This application is reviewed under VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 health pandemic. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $682,100 |
| 2020-11-24 | 6452 Sophia St Sunset |
To permit exterior and interior alterations to this existing Multiple Conversion Dwelling on this inside with Lane Site. Scope to Include: Renovate main floor kitchen. Add new front porch roof over existing stairs. Remove rear deck and build bigger deck with cover. New concrete entrance to basement suite. General cosmetic upgrades to main floor bathroom. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 REUP Form submitted by Tommy Youngsung Byun, 581F, [contact removed] EnerGuide file #581FD00355 Renovation Basement Secondary suite Deck Roofing | no contractor listed | $200,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 563 W 20TH Av South Cambie |
1.5 STOREY LANEWAY HOME To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($161,000) with an attached garage and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8137504 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Cyanic Developments Inc | $161,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 1775 Nanaimo St Grandview-Woodland |
Interior and exterior alterations and change of occupancy of approximately 2636.0 square feet from Health Care Office (D) to a Cannabis Store (E), in this existing single tenant three storey commercial building. To be reviewed under the 2019 VBBL. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $150,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 162 W 13TH Av Mount Pleasant |
Exterior and interior alterations to renovate the kitchen at 162 W 13th Avenue at this existing Multiple Conversion Dwelling containing four (4) dwelling units on this site. Scope of work: - Remove and replace windows, fireplace, interior walls, doors, flooring, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and millwork. OK for field review as per City staff: L2 - Lighting - Install lighting dimmer, timers, and/or motion detectors on interior lights Renovation Windows HVAC Plumbing | applicant withheld (individual) | $130,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 2000 W Georgia St | 845 Avison Way Exterior alteration to install solar panel on this existing commercial Building(Vancouver Aquarium) on the site. Note: Application is reviewed under VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 Health pandemic. OK for DB per City staff. Solar Commercial | no contractor listed | $115,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 87 W 49TH Av Oakridge |
CF-2019-015625 - Interior alterations and change of use to this existing one-storey with basement one-family dwelling to convert to a one-family dwelling with secondary suite. Scope of work includes full renovation to basement to create new suite, remove interconnecting stairs, changes to mechanical, renovate upstairs kitchen and bath, demolish rear garage and replace with surface parking for two vehicles. OK for field review per City staff Renovation Basement Secondary suite Demolition | Suvic Holdings Inc | $94,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 510 Burrard St Downtown |
To permit interior alterations to the existing main floor lobby on the ground floor of this commercial building on this site. Scope to Include: Remove and replace the existing concierge/security desk. Adding access doors from the existing South retail unit to the lobby of 510 Burrard . OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Energy Upgrade exempted: BOMA BESt Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $65,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 1629 Haro St West End |
#604 Interior alterations only to provide upgrades to the existing kitchen and bathroom at this existing residential dwelling unit #604 on the 6th floor at this existing multiple dwelling building. Scope of work includes: fire stopping work, bathroom and kitchen upgrades, replacing bathtub, remove wall in kitchen, install cabinetry, countertops, dishwasher, microwave, sinks, plumbing and electrical work. OK for field review as per City staff: 1. Energy Upgrade: L2 - Appliances - Upgrade to an Energuide/Energy Star appliance (fridge; dishwasher) Renovation Plumbing Electrical | Solid General Contractors Inc | $30,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 750 Pacific Boulevard Downtown |
To place a washroom trailer on this site to be used in conjunction with the temporary Social Service Centre- Emergency Shelter (Group A2) at 760 Pacific Boulevard. Proposed use is for a time limited period expiring May 31, 2021 unless extended by the Director of Planning and Chief Building Official. Building Review Branch: 1. Refer to related Development Permit number DP-2020-00817 and Building Permit number BP-2020-03529. Permit Amendment #1- 2020-12-09- S.Le Structural anchorage change to washroom trailer. Commercial | no contractor listed | $30,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 563 W 20TH Av South Cambie |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demolition – Pre 1950’s Pre-1950 with Character Merit Green Demolition Conditions Apply : 90% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – Hans Demolition and Excavating Ltd. (Surjit gill) (604)-[contact removed] Demolition | Hans Demolition and Excavating Ltd. | $15,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 2775 Laurel St Fairview |
5th floor - room 5117A & 5117B Interior alteration to the 5th floor of this existing Ambulatory Care Building on this site. Scope to Include: Remove existing wall separating room 5177 A from 5177 B and complete stud/drywall enclosure of 5177 B to make it part of 5177 A. OK for Field Review per City staff.2020 Renovation Commercial | Olympic Projects Ltd | $10,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 850 W Hastings St Downtown |
#409 - 4th floor Interior alterations to combine #400 and #409 into one unit (retain #409) for a new office tenant in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: remove a portion of the demising wall to combine #400 and #409, remove/construct several partition walls, finishes, electrical and sprinkler work. Building Sprinklered energy upgrade exemption: N/A (BOMA BESt (Path 1)) OK For Field Review per City staff Renovation Electrical Commercial | North Stream Contracting Ltd | $5,000 |
| 2020-11-24 | 127 E 18TH Av Riley Park |
Exterior alterations to this existing One Family Dwelling (principle dwelling building) on this inside with lane site. Scope to Include: Removing a portion of the existing rear deck to achieve min. 16.08' separation between principal dwelling and the new laneway house. NOTE : The principle dwelling exterior rear deck reduction work to be completed prior to the Final inspection of the related Laneway House. Renovation Secondary suite Deck | Best Builders Ltd | $4,500 |
| 2020-11-24 | 470 Granville St Downtown |
#518 (to be divided into #516 & #518) - 5th floor Interior alterations to demise unit #518 into two general office units (to be #516 and #518) and to provide improvements for a new office tenant in unit #516 on the 5th floor of this commercial building on this site. OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation Commercial | SEAFORTH CONSTRUCTION LTD | $750 |
| 2020-11-24 | 6744 Raleigh St Killarney |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03385 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Terry (Tarlochan) Sunar - MCA Environmental Consulting Inc. - [contact removed] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-11-24 | 2775 W 30TH Av Arbutus Ridge |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Demolition | Khela Excavating Ltd. | — |
| 2020-11-23 | 3012 E 2ND Av Hastings-Sunrise |
This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2020-00600 is completed.” To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement/Cellar ($1,068,250.00) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED GARAGE (if applicable), to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. Note: Parking for this site is under LWH DB-2020-00603 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8482035 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in Rear Yard, Interior component located on Second Floor Level. 5.\tBar sink located on Basement Floor Level. New build Secondary suite Demolition | Comfort Development Ltd | $1,068,250 |
| 2020-11-23 | 6061 Kerr St Killarney |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one family dwelling building with secondary suite ($963,502.50) located in the basement with a Laneway house, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: Parking for the site has been provided under DB-2020-01539 (Laneway House) Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law 1. Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8257680 2, A/C units proposed 3. Bar sink located on basement New build Secondary suite | Trans Pacific Homes Inc | $963,502 |
| 2020-11-23 | 3404 Point Grey Road Kitsilano |
Exterior and interior alterations to add a new roof with roof deck, new cladding and windows, lower the existing slab and to add a secondary suite on the ground floor of this existing non-conforming multiple conversion dwelling building containing two dwelling units on this corner no lane site thereby relaxing the west side yard, nonconforming floor space and site coverage. SPRINKLER NFPA 13D PART 5 DESIGN Renovation Secondary suite Windows Roofing | MURRAY-SIMS CONSTRUCTION LTD | $800,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 3012 E 2ND Av Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($241,250.00) with 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 1 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED GARAGE (if applicable), to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8482035 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 4.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Comfort Development Ltd | $241,250 |
| 2020-11-23 | 6061 Kerr St Killarney |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($231,500.00) with an open parking pad and an enclosed parking garage, providing 2 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law 1. Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8257680 2, No A/C units proposed New build Secondary suite | Trans Pacific Homes Inc | $231,500 |
| 2020-11-23 | 3396 Cambie St Riley Park |
interior alterations and change of use of 2286 Cambie St on the 1st storey from beauty salon to animal clinic (D) in this existing commercial building on the site. (no exterior alterations proposed - mechanical equipment hooked to existing connections/vents) Scope of work Includes: new interior partitions, repair to south side suite separation, new finishes, lighting, plumbing/mechanical work. Tenant: West King Edward Animal Clinic (1,393 sq. ft.) OK for DB for change of use as per City staff, 2020 Notes: ~ Site chemicals and waste management accepted as per email dated October 16, 2020 received from tenant. ~ Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Scheduled Shutoff (per City staff.4.1.1.(i) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) ~ Building Sprinklered – Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. Renovation HVAC Plumbing Commercial | applicant withheld (individual) | $225,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 171 E 28TH Av Riley Park |
Alteration to this existing one family dwelling. Scope of work to include ;Re;Re windows, new rear door, new interior walls, insulation and drywall and new kitchen and bathrooms. SPRINKLER NFPA 13D REUP submitted by: Tommy Youngsung Byun of Capitol Home Energy Inc. [contact removed] Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $160,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 2231 Granville St Fairview |
Exterior and interior alterations to change of use from Retail Store to a Cannabis Store (formerly Medical Marijuana-Related Use), at this existing commercial building. Scope of work to include interior alteration, add two louvers in the storefront and work related to electrical, plumbing. OK for exterior alterations per City staff3/20 Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Keller Construction Ltd | $80,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 4393 W 13TH Av West Point Grey |
Exterior and interior alterations to renovate the kitchen and bathroom on the 1st floor including the installation/replacement of windows and one door in this existing 2 storey and cellar one family dwelling. Scope of work includes: Exterior - north (rear) elevation install new windows and a new door, East elevation replace 2 existing glass block openings with windows, west elevation replace 1 existing glass block opening with a window & install 1 new bathroom window. Interior - demolition of walls (kitchen / den / family / bathroom) to create open concept and a bathroom expansion; Install a structural beam in the crawlspace, new drop ceiling, lighting, plumbing fixtures, millwork, counters, appliances, flooring, finishes and paint throughout. OK for field review per City staff: ~ No construction access from street, rear yard access only - see Term. ~ Energy Upgrade: No additional upgrades required as per City staffred. ~ Ramin Hamidnejad of Kinetic OHS Services, Tel: [contact removed] is the QP for this project. Renovation Demolition Windows Plumbing | Hicks Interiors Inc | $70,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 650 W 41ST Av Oakridge |
#S306 - Medical Level Interior alterations and a change of use from Health Care Office to General Office at #S306 on the 3rd Medical level of this commercial building on this site. Scope of work includes: removing and replacing interior partition walls, millwork, lighting, and finishes. OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation Commercial | Renaissance Facility Maintenance Ltd | $70,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 120 Milross Av Downtown |
#805 - Interior alterations to provide improvements for this unit #805 on the 8th floor of this existing Multiple Dwelling Building on this site. Scope to Include: kitchen & bathroom updates, new lighting, interior doors, millwork and replace fireplace. OK For Field Review per City staff: L2 - Appliances - Upgrade to an Energuide/Energy Star appliance (fridge; dishwasher) Renovation HVAC Plumbing | Roka Projects Inc | $50,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 39 E 19TH Av Riley Park |
Interior alterations of this existing one-family residential dwelling building on site. Scope of work to include: remove partition walls and doors, new partition walls and doors, kitchen updates, and electrical and plumbing work. OK for field review as per City staffBBL during the Covid 19 pandemic. REUP Submitted by Tao Xue #5897, [contact removed] EnerGuide File# - 5897D00101 Renovation Plumbing Electrical | Palas Homes Ltd | $39,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 6061 Kerr St Killarney |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – Harpinder Dhillon of Van-City Excavating Ltd. Demolition | Van-City Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 3012 E 2ND Av Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demolition – Pre 1950’s Pre-1950 Green Demolition Conditions Apply : 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – Company Name Canadian Excavating Ltd. (Contact Name: Nirmal Brar) [contact removed] Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 3053 E 22ND Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
3053 E 22ND Ave Interior alterations and change of use to this existing two-storey one-family dwelling to convert to one-family dwelling with secondary suite on main floor. Ok for Field Review as per City staffevised window in study room from 2'6"x4'0" to 1'9"x2'0" Revision #1: - Kitchen and bathroom layout revision - Closet addition for bedrooms Note: - No strata-titling permitted. - An annual Vancouver Business License must be obtained prior to the rental of this approved one-family dwelling and/or secondary suite on this site. - Dedicated 3'-0" wide firefighting access path with overhead clearance of 2m to be maintained at all times. - Smoke alarms to be installed in conformance with Vancouver Building Bylaw subsections 3.2.4 and 9.10.19. - CO Alarms to be installed in conformance with Vancouver Building Bylaw subsections 6.2.4 and 9.32.4. - All unsafe guards and handrails to be upgraded to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official. Increase in project value at discretion of District Building Inspector may require additional upgrading as per Table 11.4.3.1 of the VBBL. Renovation Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $9,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 5943 Commercial St Victoria-Fraserview |
related to CF-2019-015897 To permit exterior and interior alterations to this existing one family dwelling on this inside with lane site. Scope or work includes removal of unapproved basement suite, approximate 8' x 13' cover over the rear deck and enclosure erected to carport, interior layout changes to basement and main floor (infill door from kitchen to hallway) OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 REUP not required. This is a non sprinklered building. Note: Construction access must be from the rear lane only. Renovation Basement Secondary suite Deck Garage or shed | Vezza Development Inc | $5,000 |
| 2020-11-23 | 650 W 41ST Av Oakridge |
Building Permit for BP-2020-03442 To allow salvage and abatement of hazardous materials for the existing office building. Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | — |