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Vancouver building permits, week of 14 December 2020
The City of Vancouver issued 87 building permits between 14 and 20 December 2020, worth $23.1M in all. Renovation led with 48 permits, then demolition with 23 and new build with 15. Kensington-Cedar Cottage and Downtown were the busiest neighbourhoods.
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| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 48 | |
| Demolition | 23 | |
| New build | 15 | |
| Addition | 1 |
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| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-12-18 | 3493 Commercial St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior and exterior alteration to add one floor to the existing heritage building on site creating a 3 storey building with retail shell (E) spaces on the main floor and 8 residential units on the 2 floors above interconnected with a new 4 storey infill at the rear of the site containing 10 residential units a parking garage off the lane and bicycle storage on the 1st floor. This project is to be treated as a single 4 storey building and is to be sprinklered to NFPA 13. Reviewed under the 2019 VBBL during the 2020 pandemic. Stage one - partial demolition and abatement of the heritage building and demolition of the ancillary building in the rear yard - accepted Sept.29/20 Stage 2 - full construction - accepted Dec.18/20 stage 3 - BP revision #1 -Change of CP from B Fraser to M Ferber effective May 3/21. -Change roof hatch design. -New wall assembly at window wells. -Interior layout changes. -Add sprinkler protection at gates G-02 and G-03. Accepted Aug.9/21 New build Renovation Demolition Windows Roofing Commercial | Dicata Construction Ltd | $5,000,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 1637 E 22ND Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building Permit for DP-2019-00946 (Two-Family Dwelling) To construct a new two-storey multiple delling building (700,000) containing 2 dwelling units at the front of the lot. Lot to be stratified. New build | Saint Construction Management Ltd | $900,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | Building Permit for DP-2018-00372 and DP-2018-00371 To alter and convert this existing one-family dwelling to a multiple conversion dwelling (Building 1) containing two dwelling units. Revision #1: Window and exterior door revisions. Small areas of revised exterior cladding. Revised floor assemblies. Revised fire fighter access route to rear Infills. See A1.1. Revised outdoor space configuration. See A1.2. Minor interior layout revisions. Added exterior condensing units. P Volpi, Oct. 17, 2022 Renovation | no contractor listed | $900,000 | |
| 2020-12-18 | 717 E 26TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building Permit for DP-2018-00371 To alter and convert this existing one-family dwelling to a 3-storey multiple conversion dwelling (Building 1) containing two dwelling units with a built-in one-car garage to Unit #2 with vehicular access from the flanking lane. Revision #1: Window and exterior door revisions. Small areas of revised exterior cladding. Revised floor assemblies. Revised fire fighter access route to rear Infills. See A1.1. Revised outdoor space configuration. See A1.2. Minor interior layout revisions. Added exterior condensing units. P Volpi, Oct. 17, 2022 Renovation | no contractor listed | $900,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 488 W 41ST Av Oakridge |
498 W 41st Ave (5730 Cambie & 498 W 41st Combined) Interior alterations to provide improvements to combine 498 W 41st Ave and 5730 Cambie St (retaining 498 W 41st Ave) for an new General Office (Real Estate) on the ground floor of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: to combine and alter two existing units for new office tenant. Update lighting, modify HVAC, replace existing plumbing fixtures. OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation HVAC Plumbing Commercial | Polygon Construction Management Ltd | $615,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 717 E 26TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building Permit for DP-2018-00371 To develop an infill 2-storey two-family infill dwelling (Building 2) at the rear of the site with an attached one-garage and two surface parking spaces with vehicular access from the rear lane. Revision #1: Window and exterior door revisions. Small areas of revised exterior cladding. Revised floor assemblies. Revised fire fighter access route to rear Infills. See A1.1. Revised outdoor space configuration. See A1.2. Minor interior layout revisions. Added exterior condensing units. P Volpi, Oct. 17, 2022 New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | Building Permit for DP-2018-00372 and DP-2018-00371 To develop an infill 2-storey two-family dwelling (Building 2) at the rear of the site, with a built-in one-car garage and 2 surface parking stalls providing 3 parking spaces having vehicular access from the lane. Revision #1: Window and exterior door revisions. Small areas of revised exterior cladding. Revised floor assemblies. Revised fire fighter access route to rear Infills. See A1.1. Revised outdoor space configuration. See A1.2. Minor interior layout revisions. Added exterior condensing units. P Volpi, Oct. 17, 2022 New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $500,000 | |
| 2020-12-18 | 3822 W 3RD Av West Point Grey |
To permit interior alterations to this existing One Family Dwelling on this inside with lane site with an existing 1 garage at rear with access from lane. Scope of work to include interior renovation to both floors, updates to staircase in kitchen, remove storage space and relocate hot water tank and furnace, replace existing windows & doors, and work related to electrical, plumbing and gas. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Renovation Windows HVAC Plumbing Electrical | Headland Construction Corporation | $171,800 |
| 2020-12-18 | 808 Nelson St Downtown |
#1903 - Interior alterations for updates to the existing dwelling unit (#1903) on the 19th floor in this existing mixed-use building on this site. Scope of work includes : interior demolition - remove flooring, millwork, walls, appliances, plumbing fixtures, jacuzzi and lighting; Kitchen and bathroom updates - new millwork, appliances, plumbing fixtures, tiles; Master bedroom - build walk-in closet; new walls for 2nd bedroom, new doors, flooring, lighting, finishes and paint throughout. OK for field review as per City staffVBBL during the Covid 19 pandemic. Notes: ~ Energy Upgrade: L2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area). ~ Building Sprinklered – Sprinkler Permit is not required. Renovation Demolition Plumbing | no contractor listed | $95,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 1168 Hamilton St Downtown |
#100 Interior alterations to change of use from Retail Limited Food Service to Beauty and Wellness Center with ancillary retail store in this unit #100 on the ground floor of this existing commercial building on this site. OK for field review as per City staff: 1. Energy upgrade trigger: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Automatic Full Off (per City staff.4.1.1. (h) of ASHRAE 90.1 - 2016) 2. Sprinkler permit not required per City staff Renovation Commercial | Matra Construction Inc | $56,827 |
| 2020-12-18 | 2707 E 52ND Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To permit exterior work to this existing one Family Dwelling on this corner with lane site. Scope to Include: Remove the existing carport and construct a 3 car garage and 1 outdoor parking pad at the rear with access from the lane. OK for Field Review per City staff.2020 Renovation Garage or shed | Homeline Construction & Renovation Ltd | $35,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 534 E Cordova St Strathcona |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this Food and Beverage Products Manufacturing Class A (poultry processing plant) on this site. Scope of work: Interior layout changes, remove equipment, remove and install interior partitions and doors OK for Field Review per City staffg Tenant: United Poultry Co Ltd. Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Automatic Full OFF (per City staff.4.1.1.(h) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $25,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 7884 Cambie St Marpole |
To demolish one family dwelling. This house was built in 1988 Note: No salvage and abatement permit is required as per City staff. E-mail from Brian attached under application documents. Demolition | CANTON EXCAVATING LTD. | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 7884 Cambie St Marpole |
To demolish one family dwelling. This house was built in 1988 Note: No salvage and abatement permit is required as per City staff. E-mail from Brian attached under application documents. Demolition | CANTON EXCAVATING LTD. | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 813 E Broadway Mount Pleasant |
CF-2020-002101 - Interior alterations to provide improvements for unit #104 in this existing multiple dwelling building. Scope of work includes adding en enclosed space with approximately 7.58' x 5.83' glass panel adjacent to living room. Scope of work also includes removing 1 sink and adding 1 sink, changing heaters, lights, sockets and electrical box. OK for field review as per City staff: 1. This building is not sprinklered. 2. Energy Upgrade: L2 - Appliances - Upgrade to an Energuide/Energy Star appliance (fridge; dishwasher) Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 570 E 8TH Av Mount Pleasant |
#305 - To permit interior alterations to unit #305 in this existing Multiple Dwelling Building on this site. Scope of work to remove non-load bearing wall in the kitchen. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Notes: 1. Energy upgrade trigger: L2 - SWH - Install low flow shower heads in all showers Renovation | no contractor listed | $2,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | 4889 Blenheim St Dunbar-Southlands |
DEMOLITION BY DECONSTRUCTION To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. 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 – Van-City Excavating Ltd. (Harpinderjit Singh Dhillon) [contact removed]) Demolition | TVK Construction Ltd | $1,500 |
| 2020-12-18 | 1637 E 22ND Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building Permit for DP-2019-00946 (One-Family Infill Building and attached garage) To construct a 2-storey infill one-family dwelling ($200,000) with an attached three-car garage, having vehicular access from the lane. See BP-2020-01998 for Building 1 on site (principal building) addressed 1637 and 1639 East 22nd Avenue for building permit fee, time entries, and documents. New build Secondary suite | Saint Construction Management Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-18 | 2865 W 16TH Av Kitsilano |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03081 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. Demolition | Johannesen Construction Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-17 | 3941 W 24TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2020-02905 is completed To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement ($696,750) with one surface parking and a detached accessory building (garage) at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1-\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8351986 2-\tNo strata titling permitted 3-\tA/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite Demolition | Ching Kee Construction & Renovations Company Ltd | $696,750 |
| 2020-12-17 | 595 E 55TH Av Sunset |
To construct a two-storey One-Family Dwelling infill building with an attached 1-car garage (subsidiary to infill dwelling) and a surface parking space at the rear, having vehicular access from lane. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 ******** Rev. #1 - C. Fong - July 27, 2022. - remove master bedroom closet and provide a W/D closet on second floor. Building Review Branch Notes: - Distance to hydrant exceeds 90m. Per City staffR requirements and provide a FDC installed to the street face (addressed accordingly) for the function of the infill building. - No alteration is proposed to the existing principle building and existing building has not been fully upgraded. - Existing principle building is subject to full upgrade and fully sprinklered per VBBL 11.4.7. if stratification of the parcel/ buildings is contemplated in the future. - Sch-A, Sch-D, Arch. B, 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 | $256,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 456 E Hastings St Strathcona |
Interior and exterior alterations to upgrade domestic hot water system for this existing mixed-use building. Exterior renovations are limited to add two heat pumps on the roof. Scope of work includes replacing storage tanks in the mechanical room in the basement. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Roofing HVAC | PJB MECHANICAL PLUMBING & HEATING | $142,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 1680 W 4TH Av Fairview |
1688 W 4th Interior and exterior alterations to reconfigure the checkout area and to alter 2 existing parking spots on level 1 of the parkade for new PC Express parking signs for this existing retail grocery store (No Frills) in this existing mixed-use residential/commercial building on this site OK for Field Review as per City staffterations per City staff Renovation Signage Commercial | Align Construction Ltd | $80,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 2902 W Broadway Kitsilano |
2910 W Broadway Interior alteration and change the use (approximately 1,073.9sf) from retail dealer to 'similar to' beauty and wellness with ancillary retail for Skoah Personal Training for your skin in this existing commercial/residential building on this site. Processed through CRC E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Scheduled Shutoff (per City staff.4.1.1.(i) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) Okay for field review per City staff Renovation Commercial | Eyco Building Group Ltd | $80,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 4005 Vine St Arbutus Ridge |
#307 - Interior alterations to this unit #307 in this existing Multiple Dwelling Building on this site. Scope of work to include: Change location of entrance into bathroom and update bathroom, remove the non-load bearing wall in the kitchen, extend the kitchen and update all appliances, cabinetry and fixtures, new flooring and related plumbing and electrical work. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Notes: 1. Suite - Reached Energy Efficiency Target 2. Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. 3. Structural comfort letter for Kitchen-area partition wall provided by B.C. Lytton, [contact removed] Renovation Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $60,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 243 Union St Strathcona |
#231 & #233 To permit a Change of Use from Office to Beauty Salon (D) and to combine #231 & #233 retaining #233 in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: To add 5 new sinks, millwork, lighting and plumbing work, painting and flooring. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 NO DB required, Outright Change of Use. Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Automatic Full OFF (per City staff.4.1.1.(h) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) Renovation Plumbing Commercial | Belcarra Contracting Ltd | $50,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 3403 Lynmoor Place Killarney |
Related to CF-2020-006519 - 3403 Lynmoor Place To permit interior and exterior alterations to this existing townhouse unit on this site. Scope of work includes removing and replacing the rear sliding door and window, remove and increase the size of the rear exterior patio and add screening, remove interior walls to create large master bedroom, new layout on main floor, updates to the kitchen and bathrooms, new lighting, flooring, cabinets, appliances, fixtures and updates to electrical through unit. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 This building is not sprinklered. Renovation Windows Plumbing Electrical | Renoviva Properties Ltd | $50,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 2488 Harrison Drive Victoria-Fraserview |
To permit exterior and interior alterations to this existing One Family Dwelling on this inside with lane site. Scope to Include: Remove and replace a Bay Window with a smaller Bay Window at the rear of the house. Interior wall removed from main floor kitchen. Updated kitchen with new plumbing fixtures, cabinets, and appliances. **NOTE** All construction access will be from the rear lane only; All construction-related activity which includes, but is not limited to, storage of materials, debris, debris bins, tools and equipment, will be limited to the rear yard only; and No construction-related activity of any sort is permitted in front yard or from Harrison Dr. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Renovation Windows Plumbing | no contractor listed | $47,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 5898 Lanark St Victoria-Fraserview |
To permit a Change of Use to a One Family Dwelling with Secondary Suite and exterior and interior alterations to this existing One Family Dwelling with an attached 2 car garage with access from East 43rd Avenue, on this corner with lane site. Scope of work: - Upper fl - remove bay window & interior walls, new door, update kitchen, re & re sundeck and remove aluminum roof on the sundeck - Main f - Update Layout and create a secondary suite in the basement, new interior walls, doors, and kitchen - Replace all windows on upper & main fl, and infill 2 windows & create 2 new window on South El ALL Construction Access and Materials to Be from Driveway and Stored in Garage from East 43rd Ave OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 REUP submitted per City staffFamily Dwelling #2-5898 Lanark St - Secondary Suite Note: 1) No strata-titling will be permitted. 2) 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. 3) Install interconnected, hardwired, 120 volt smoke alarms with battery back-up and silencing feature, in each sleeping unit and within 5m outside each sleeping areas on each storey as per Building Bylaw 9.10.19. 4) Install Carbon Monoxide Alarm as per Building By-Law 9.32.4.2. & Bulletin 2007-007-BU/EL 5) Upgrade work under Part 11 (based on value of work – energuide related Part 11.2.1.4.) 6) Ceiling height to be a min. 6ft 6" over 80% of the suite area and all exit routes Renovation Basement Secondary suite Windows Roofing | My House Design/Build Team Ltd | $45,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 1859 Spyglass Place Fairview |
#116 To permit Interior alterations to this unit #116 in this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope to Include: Updating both bathrooms, removing some walls in the master bedroom bathroom to re-build for new tub enclosure, new electrical and plumbing. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 This is a sprinklered building. District Building Inspector to determine if a Sprinkler Permit is required at time of the field review inspection. Energy Upgrade Selected: HVAC - Install programable thermostats with nighttime setback and switch for heating system Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical | Boyes Brothers Contracting Ltd | $40,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 4988 Cambie St Riley Park |
#702 - Interior alterations to provide residential improvements to unit #702 on the 7th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work includes: remove non-load bearing wall, new walls and doors, washroom and kitchen update, and electrical and plumbing work. OK for field review as per City staffVBBL during the Covid 19 pandemic. NOTES: 1. Energy Upgrade Exempt: Reached Target Renovation Plumbing Electrical | Condoworks Design Renovations Ltd | $40,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 4128 Cartier St Shaughnessy |
Interior alterations to remove the hazardous materials in this existing character one family dwelling on this site. OK for field review per City staffsultants Inc. NOTE: Separate permit(s) are required for all other work. Renovation | no contractor listed | $20,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 3941 W 24TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Pre-1950 recycling requirement: 90% of non-hazardous construction waste Demolition | CANTON EXCAVATING LTD. | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 8381 French St Marpole |
To demolish this existing one-family dwelling (1947) and detached garage to grade on this site. OK for SIPs without plans per City staff: 1. Notice of Demolition must be provided to District Building Inspector 24 hours in advance of demolition by calling 3-1-1 or [contact removed] outside Vancouver 2. 75% recycling of construction waste required. The deconstruction shall be in accordance with the submitted recycling and Reuse plan and to be confirmed through an acceptable Deconstruction Compliance Report form, with copies of recycling and disposal facility receipts. Attach all receipts and submit by email to [contact removed]. Demolition | East West Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 555 W 14TH Av Fairview |
#314 - Interior alterations to provide residential improvements to unit #314 on the 3rd floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work includes: remove non-load bearing wall, updates to washroom, kitchen, fireplace, and work related to plumbing and electrical. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Plumbing Electrical | Schedio Spaces Inc | $12,000 |
| 2020-12-17 | 650 W 41ST Av Oakridge |
Building Permit for BP-2020-03569 To allow salvage and abatement of hazardous materials. Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-12-17 | 4163 Miller St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and abatement permit only for BP-2020-02878 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, CRM, CRSP of BCQP Consultants Inc. Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | — |
| 2020-12-16 | 1727 E 22ND Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building #1, To alter, add and convert the existing one-family dwelling to a 2-storey plus basement Multiple Conversion Dwelling with three units, sharing a built-in 3-car parking garage with a 2-storey infill building, having vehicular access from the lane. Building Review Branch Notes: - Building Permit for DP-2019-00480 - Value of project for Building #1: - Main permit for two buildings on this lot - Sprinkler to NFPA 13R, commitment letter or SP number required. - Reviewed as per VBBL 2019 and during pandemic crisis 2020 Renovation | Puzzle Developments Ltd | $800,000 |
| 2020-12-16 | 1265 E 26TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
2 Storey 2 FD + Garage *BP for DP-2019-00562* To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling ($709,585.00) with a detached accessory building (garage) at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. 1.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component(s) located (1) in Rear Yard & (1) on roof deck, Interior component(s) located in upper floor bedroom closet New build | Goldenland Construction Inc | $709,585 |
| 2020-12-16 | 68 E 39TH Av Riley Park |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($200,000.00) 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 68 E 39th Ave retained on site. 1.\tNo A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | PD Moore Homes Inc | $200,000 |
| 2020-12-16 | 3368 Main St Riley Park |
Exterior alterations to construct a roof covered structures with cantilever canopy over an existing outdoor seating area to be used in conjunction with the existing Restaurant Class-1 in this existing mixed-use building on this site. DP-2019-00558 is approved for a limited period of time. The APPROVAL is for a limited period of time expiring on September 5, 2021, unless extended in writing by the Director of Planning. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2014 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: - Sch-A, D-1, Struct. B, Arch. B, & Elec. B are submitted. - The approval included a generic alternative solution to utilize the provisions of Article 10.2.2.22. of the 2019 VBBL to allow the use of exterior heaters beneath the proposed glass and steel patio canopy addition. Addition Renovation Roofing HVAC Commercial | no contractor listed | $136,436 |
| 2020-12-16 | 1338 W 67TH Av Marpole |
To permit Demolition of the 6 existing portables on this site. Related to: DP-2018-01085 - new school development DP-2019-00374 - temporary relocation of daycare BP-2019-01803 - CP permit BP-2020-03060 - S&A Demolition permit issued without hard copy plans. Note: Notice of Demolition must be provided to District Building Inspector 24 hours in advance of demolition by calling 3-1-1 or [contact removed] outside Vancouver. Demolition Commercial | Phoenix Enterprises Ltd | $84,000 |
| 2020-12-16 | 2636 Mcbain Av Arbutus Ridge |
Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – Company Name JVT Excavation and Demolition (Contact Name: Jasvinder Kang) [contact removed]) Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-16 | 1265 E 26TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
DEMOLITION Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – GR8 DEMOLITION & EXCAVATION LTD (Raj Sarai) [contact removed]) Demolition | Gr8 Demolition & Excavation Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-16 | 1727 E 22ND Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building #2, To construct a 2-sotrey one-family dwelling Infill at the rear sharing a built-in 3-car parking garage with the principal building, having vehicular access from the lane. Building Review Branch Notes: - Building Permit for DP-2019-00480 - Value of project for Building #2: - Refer to BP-2020-01424 for all time entries, reviews, etc. - Sprinkler to NFPA 13R. - Reviewed as per VBBL 2019 and during pandemic crisis 2020 New build Secondary suite | Puzzle Developments Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-16 | 976 E 52ND Av Sunset |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03482 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Jereld Salazar, EMTEC Environmental, Health & Safety Consulting Inc., [contact removed], [contact removed] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2020-12-16 | 5058 Ross St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03486 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 | — |
| 2020-12-15 | Building Permit for DP-2018-00936: To construct a four story multiple dwelling building containing a total of four (4) dwelling units plus 2 lock off units located in the first story, providing four (4) parking spaces at grade, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This application is reviewed under VBBL 2014 and issued during 2020 health pandemic. New build | no contractor listed | $1,340,900 | |
| 2020-12-15 | 1668 E 15TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building 1, To retain, alter and convert this existing one-family dwelling to a multiple conversion dwelling containing two dwelling units (and, to construct an infill one-family dwelling (Building 2) at the rear of the site, providing three (3) parking spaces having vehicular access from the lane. Units will be strata titled. BRB Notes: This is a site permit and for Building 1. Project value for building #1: $852,500 Building #1 to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. Please refer BP-2020-01174 for infill building. Reviewed under VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 health pandemic. Renovation | Aurora Home Technologies Inc | $1,139,250 |
| 2020-12-15 | 1450 Laburnum St Kitsilano |
Exterior alterations to repair the building envelope on this 3 storey, over 1 level of underground parking having vehicular access from the lane, multiple dwelling building (Group C) Scope of work includes replacement of cladding, windows, balcony membranes, balcony upstand walls with face-mount glazed aluminum railings, replacement of waterproofing to base of walls and alterations to roof edge fascia trims. Renovation Windows Roofing | New City Contracting Ltd | $1,100,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 3308 E 25TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Building Permit for DP-2019-00856: To change of use(major occupancy) from the existing retail grocery store to a Child Care facility (for 22 children) in this existing one story building with 4 parking spaces having vehicular access from the lane. This facility will be licensed to children from 30 months to school age. Scope of work includes interior and exterior alteration. Note: This is reviewed under VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 health pandemic. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $350,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 639 Hornby St Downtown |
Interior alterations, a change of use to the existing 7th floor (full floor single tenant office suite) & their 8th floor Southeast corner office space (same tenant as 7th floor which has an existing 7th - 8th floor interconnecting stair, removal of an existing interconnecting stair and infilling of the remaining existing floor opening (approx. 128 sq. ft.) between the 7th floor office suite and this same tenant`s office space at the Southeast corner of the 6th floor in order to create a new separate office suite at this 6th floor corner suite within this existing building (Cathedral Place). The existing interconnecting stair between the 7th and 8th floor will be retained. NOTE: The 2019 VBBL applies to this permit application which has been reviewed during the 2019 Covid-19 Pandemic. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $250,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 323 E 18TH Av Riley Park |
To construct a 1 storey laneway house building ($225,000.00) with an open parking pad providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. New build Secondary suite | PD Moore Homes Inc | $225,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 788 W 19TH Av South Cambie |
To permit exterior and interior alterations to this existing One Family Dwelling on this inside with lane site. Scope to Include: All new windows in existing opening, new door at rear off kitchen. Removing wall on main floor kitchen area and updating kitchen cabinets, appliances and fixtures. Updates to all bathrooms, new interior railings. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 This is a non sprinklered building. Renovation Windows | Edso Construction Ltd | $200,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 2275 W 15TH Av Kitsilano |
To permit exterior and interior alterations to this Dwelling Unit #2277 of this existing Two Family Dwelling on this site. Scope of work to include: Remove and reconfigure non-loading bearing interior walls on main floor, updates to the kitchen, new millwork, fixtures and appliances, replace glass block windows to exterior windows with one increased in size, updates to second floor bathroom, remove ground floor and remove second floor fireplace and work related to plumbing, electrical and sprinkler. OK for Field Review per City staff.2020 Notes: 1. REUP: Upgrade attic insulation to R40 & remove two gas fireplaces 2. Building Sprinklered – Separate sprinkler permit required for proposed sprinkler work. 3. Building inspector on Site if Structural Signoff Required Prior to Completion of Permit Renovation Windows Plumbing Electrical | Palas Homes Ltd | $180,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 209 E 20TH Av Riley Park |
Interior alterations to provide first tenant improvements to this retail unit (3580 Main Street) on the ground floor of this existing mixed-use building on this site. Scope of work: Interior partitions, new doors, millwork, accessible washroom, lighting and plumbing fixtures OK for field review per City staff: Energy trigger not required BOMA BEST building Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $125,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 725 E 45TH Av Sunset |
Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements for a new Restaurant-Class 1 (Group A2) tenant at 6094 Fraser Street in this mixed used building. Proposed work includes new mechanical kitchen equipment, upgrading grease interceptor, and relocation of plumbing fixtures. Building Review Branch Notes: Proposed occupant load = 48 persons (42 interior seats + 6 staff) Permit Amendment #1- 2021-05-14- S.Le Install new make up air unit at roof level. Zoning & Development Clearance Notes: OK for BP only for exterior alterations to add one rooftop unit (makeup air unit) as per City staffLLWEIT-GRAHAM Renovation Roofing Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $90,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 870 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Exterior alterations to this existing one family dwelling on this site. Scope of work includes to replace the cladding with Hardi Planks on the east and west elevations and cedar shakes on the North and South elevations and replace rear deck with 7'-8" x 5'-9" and front entry stairs. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Deck | no contractor listed | $72,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 2526 Wallace Crescent West Point Grey |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to the basement of this existing one family dwelling building on this site. Scope of work to renovate bathrooms, relocate existing washer & dryer, add storage closets and work related to plumbing, electrical, and sprinkler. OK for Field Review per City staff: Renovation Basement Plumbing Electrical | Docherty Developments Inc | $71,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 1637 E 22ND Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To demolish this existing One Family dwelling and Detached garage on this site. House Built in 1969 - No Recycling Requirement Related S&A permit BP-2020-03085 Demolition | Saint Construction Management Ltd | $40,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 1022 Nelson St West End |
1032 Nelson St Interior alterations to provide improvements to this 2-storey plus roof deck dwelling (townhouse) unit 1032 Nelson St on the ground and second floors of this multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work to remove kitchen walls, update kitchen, add closet, update to upstairs bathroom, and work related to plumbing and electrical. OK for Field Review per City staff: 1. Energy upgrade trigger: L2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area) 2. Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. sprinkler permit req'd per City staff Renovation Roofing Plumbing Electrical | All Professional Trades Services Inc | $40,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 1010 Burnaby St West End |
#1604 - Interior alterations to the existing dwelling unit (#1604) on the 16th floor in this existing Multiple dwelling building in this site. Scope of work includes: reolace bathtub with small bathtub and install shower head, new tile flooring, wall tile and vanity. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Notes: ~ Energy Upgrade: L2 - SWH - Install low flow shower heads in all showers ~ Building Not Sprinklered – No sprinkler permit required. Renovation Plumbing | D P D Construction Ltd | $11,553 |
| 2020-12-15 | 2255 Marstrand Av Kitsilano |
To expand the roof deck area on the south west side for this existing six story multiple dwelling building. Note: This application is reviewed under VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 health pandemic. All loading/unloading of materials to take place in the parking area. No materials to be loaded or unloaded on City street. Renovation Roofing | no contractor listed | $4,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | 1166 W 6TH Av Fairview |
#302 - Exterior alterations to enlarge the roof deck of the existing dwelling unit (#302) on the 3rd floor in this existing Multiple Dwelling building (Seascape Vista) Scope of work includes: demo existing decking, construct new wood deck, retain and move existing glass guardrail; install new glass guardrail in compliance with VBBL 2019 and to match adjacent units. Guardrail construction detail to be provided to the District Building Inspector at the Field Inspection. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Notes: ~ Energy Upgrade: Project Type Exempt Renovation Demolition Roofing | no contractor listed | $3,500 |
| 2020-12-15 | 1668 E 15TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Building #2, To construct an infill one-family dwelling at the rear of the site, providing three (3) parking spaces having vehicular access from the lane BRB Notes: Refer to BP-2020-01173 for all entries, docs, fees, reviews. Value of project for infill $285,750 Building #2 to be sprinklered to NFPA 13R Reviewed under VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 Health pandemic. New build Secondary suite | Aurora Home Technologies Inc | $900 |
| 2020-12-15 | 3003 Graveley St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit Demolition | Square Nine Builders Inc | — |
| 2020-12-14 | 7969 Laburnum St Kerrisdale |
To construct a 2 storey + cellar one-family dwelling ($1,355,250) with a detached accessory building (garage), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2020-02772 is completed. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1- Bar/Sink proposed in the cellar 2- Rev #2: 3 A/C units proposed, 1 in W. side yard and 2 in rear yard New build Demolition | Van Ke Development Inc | $1,355,250 |
| 2020-12-14 | 666 Burrard St Downtown |
#3300 - 33rd floor Interior alterations to provide improvements for a new multi-full floor office tenant at office unit #3300 on the 33rd floor of this commercial building on this site. Scope of work: demo/construct partition walls, doors, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work for new layout. Renovation Demolition Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $950,220 |
| 2020-12-14 | 666 Burrard St Downtown |
#3500 - 35th floor Interior alterations to provide improvements for a new multi, full floor office tenant on the 35th floor (#3500) of this commercial building on this site. Scope of work: demo/construct partition walls, doors, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work for new layout. Note: existing inter-connecting stairs between 34th and 35th floors REVISION #1 - March 11/21 mk Renovation Demolition Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $758,520 |
| 2020-12-14 | 800 Hornby St Downtown |
Blocks 51 and 71; 800 Smithe Interior alterations related to voluntary replacement of air conditioner units in Blocks 51 and 71 in this existing institutional building (Law Courts). REVISION #1: revise the scope of work to replace the existing water-cooled air conditioner units with revised units and locations, increase project value from $200,000.00 to $325,000.00 and new ASHRAE. Feb. 2, 2021 mlh OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation HVAC Commercial | no contractor listed | $325,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 788 Richards St Downtown |
#2602 - Interior alterations to this unit #2602 in this existing Multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope to Include: Remove all interior finishes in both bathrooms and update with new fixtures, vanity and lighting. Remove closet in guest bedroom and update laundry. Move location of entrance to both bedrooms. All new kitchen with extended island. New gas fireplace run of existing gas line from patio. New doors into Den. New flooring, paint and updates to lighting throughout. Bulk Storage reduced, but to remain. OK For Field Review per City staff.2020 Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area) Renovation HVAC Plumbing | no contractor listed | $300,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 666 Burrard St Downtown |
#3400 - 34th floor Interior alterations to provide improvements for a new multi-full floor office tenant at on the 34th floor (#3400) of this commercial building on this site. Scope of work: demo/construct partition walls, doors, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work for new layout. Note: existing inter-connecting stairs to the 35th floor Renovation Demolition Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $284,400 |
| 2020-12-14 | 2803 E 42ND Av Killarney |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($156,760.00) with an open parking pad providing 1 parking space over gravel, 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 to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. New build Secondary suite | Can-West Development Ltd | $156,760 |
| 2020-12-14 | 910 Mainland St Downtown |
1st and 3rd floors - Common Washrooms Interior alterations to the common washrooms on the 1st and 3rd floors of this existing commercial building. Scope of work: remove asbestos, remove and replace plumbing supply lines, upgrade plumbing fixtures, new lighting, new drywall, finishes, electrical and plumbing work. OK for Field Review per City staffuired. Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Sage Commercial Inc | $100,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 938 W 7TH Av Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing storage warehouse on the ground floor of this existing commercial building on this site. OK for field review as per City staff Tenant: Inhaus Surfaces Ltd. Scope of work includes replacing water closet, installing shower in bathroom, installing partitions and sink in lunch room, adding partitions at back Renovation Plumbing Commercial | Coast Builders Ltd | $55,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 1308 W 57TH Av Marpole |
To permit demolition of the existing In Ground pool and existing garage on this site. Other work on site under Related permits DP-2019-00352 BP-2020-01200 Demolition | J&R Excavation & Demolition Ltd. | $50,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 938 W 7TH Av Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing General office unit on the 2nd floor of this existing commercial building on this site. OK for field review as per City staff Tenant: Inhaus Surfaces Ltd. Energy Upgrade Selected: E-2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate automatic full OFF as per City staff.4.1.1(h) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 Scope of work includes revising partition layout and lighting Renovation Commercial | Coast Builders Ltd | $45,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 212 Davie St Downtown |
#402 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #402 on the 4th floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work to renovate kitchen, update bathrooms and related plumbing and electrical work. OK for Field Review per City staff: 1. Energy upgrade trigger: L2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area) 2. Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. No sprinkler permit req'd as per City staff. Renovation Plumbing Electrical | Level One Construction Ltd | $35,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 1628 W 1ST Av Fairview |
#221 - 2nd floor Interior alterations to remove a portion of the demising wall for #221 to expand into #222 (retaining #221) for a new office tenant and to construct new partition walls for a new office space in this mixed use building on this site. Scope of work: remove a portion of the demising wall and construct new walls, interior door, new ceiling, lighting, electrical and sprinkler work. Renovation Electrical Commercial | AAR West Coast Enterprises Ltd | $30,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 270 E 40TH Av Riley Park |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – Hubert Regehr of J&R Excavation & Demolition Ltd. [contact removed] Note: Pre-1950 recycling requirement: 75% of non-hazardous construction waste Demolition | J&R Excavation & Demolition Ltd. | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 7969 Laburnum St Kerrisdale |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – TX CONTRACTING LTD [contact removed]) This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Pre-1950 Green Demolition Conditions Apply: 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required Demolition | TX Contracting Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 3427 Mons Drive Renfrew-Collingwood |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Pre-1950 recycling requirement: 75% of non-hazardous construction waste Demolition | San Contracting & Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2020-12-14 | 4838 Pine Crescent Shaughnessy |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03602 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Steven Seewald, Alara Environmental Health and Safety Ltd. [contact removed], [contact removed] Demolition | G H Street Development Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-14 | 2507 E 17TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03616 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 | SMT Construction Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-14 | 710 E 19TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to allow salvage of non-structural building components prior to or during abatement work and removal of non-structural hazardous materials in this existing one-storey Vehicle Dealer building. QP is Bryan Zecchel of Pichin Ltd. Renovation Demolition Commercial | Dallas Watt Demo Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-14 | 4248 Windsor St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-02761 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad, CRSP of Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | — |
| 2020-12-14 | 836 E 56TH Av Sunset |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03525 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 | Bhullar Excavating and Demolition | — |