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Vancouver building permits, week of 11 January 2021
The City of Vancouver issued 78 building permits between 11 and 17 January 2021, worth $31.5M in all. Renovation led with 35 permits, then demolition with 23 and new build with 15. Downtown and Kensington-Cedar Cottage were the busiest neighbourhoods.
Permits by trade
| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 35 | |
| Demolition | 23 | |
| New build | 15 | |
| HVAC | 2 | |
| Garage or shed | 1 | |
| Addition | 1 | |
| Plumbing | 1 |
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| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-01-15 | 3238 E Pender St Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling with two secondary suites located in the basement ($947,750.00) and a detached accessory building (garage) ($10,000), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, and one surface parking having vehicular access from the lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8555900 2.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard New build Secondary suite | Dune Ke Homes Ltd | $947,750 |
| 2021-01-15 | 1437 E 64TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($224,875.00) with an attached garage providing 1 parking space and 1 required open parking over gravel providing 2 parking spaces in total, 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 CA8188032 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted New build Secondary suite | DUAR DEVELOPMENT LTD. | $224,875 |
| 2021-01-15 | 6275 Prince Edward St Sunset |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($219,500.00) 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 | Cam Frank Construction Ltd | $219,500 |
| 2021-01-15 | 1986 Stainsbury 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-family dwelling building. Demolition | MVP Group Recycle Limited | — |
| 2021-01-15 | 1986 Stainsbury 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-family dwelling building. Demolition | MVP Group Recycle Limited | — |
| 2021-01-15 | 1986 Stainsbury 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-family dwelling building. Demolition | MVP Group Recycle Limited | — |
| 2021-01-15 | 1986 Stainsbury 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-family dwelling building. Demolition | MVP Group Recycle Limited | — |
| 2021-01-15 | 2804 W 34TH Av Arbutus Ridge |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Demolition | Big Guy Enterprises Ltd | — |
| 2021-01-15 | 3707 W 3RD Av West Point Grey |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Demolition | MKL Homes Ltd | — |
| 2021-01-14 | 595 Burrard St Downtown |
Building Envelope Repair; Exterior alterations to provide waterproofing membrane repair at plaza over the underground shopping mall. Scope of work includes: Replacement of existing fountain with planter, new planted trees for the existing planters, new terrazzo finishes over a cement bed, existing vertical stone cladding panels replaced with new panels (colour and texture to match the existing panels), and existing handrails replaced with new stainless steel handrails. The existing interior finishes below the plaza will remain as is. Building Review Branch Notes: Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $5,200,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 2327 E 28TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement ($1,028,928) with an attached garage and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 3 parking spaces having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8563808 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in North (Sunken Patio), Interior component located in basement 4.\tBar sink located in basement rec room New build Secondary suite | Ho's Construction Ltd | $1,028,928 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1578 E 11TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
2FD+2 Lock offs To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling with two lock-off units located in the Basement ($800,000) with a detached accessory building (garage) ($10,000), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, 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 CA8667799 to CA8667800 2.\tNo A/C Unit proposed 3.\tNo Bar sink proposed New build Secondary suite | Solaris Properties Inc | $800,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 26 E 48TH Av Sunset |
To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement ($799,500.00) 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 CA8552705 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in Rear Yard (south), Interior component located in Second floor hallway closet New build Secondary suite | Rishi Holdings Ltd | $799,500 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1040 Hamilton St Downtown |
3rd Floor - Common Washrooms Interior alterations to provide improvements the common washrooms on the third floor and structural connection upgrade of the beam to girder hangers in the north side of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: remove/construct new vanity/toilet partition walls, doors, finishes, T-Bar ceiling, new lighting, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and sprinkler work. Also, temporarily shore beams at girders from basement to 3rd floor and install new structural beam hangers. Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Govan Brown Ltd | $530,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 371 E 16TH Av Mount Pleasant |
****************ENTIRE SITE PART 5 ********************* To construct a two-storey plus basement Infill Two-Family Dwelling residential building (Building 2) with three surface parking spaces at the rear of the site, having vehicular access from lane. - See BP-2020-02855 for Character Building. Rev. #1 - C. Fong - Aug. 12, 2021. - New Arch. B & D and envelope details for Part 5 design. - Revise north unit's entry porch structural framing plan. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: - Sch-A, D, Struct. B, Arch. B & Geo. B are submitted. - Entire building is to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D requirements. - All document of Infill & principle building have been included in BP-2020-02855. - All new windows, doors, and skylights shall conform to AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $361,700 |
| 2021-01-14 | 371 E 16TH Av Mount Pleasant |
*****************ENTIRE SITE PART 5******************** To relocate, alter, add to and convert the existing One-Family Dwelling Character Building (Building 1) to a three-storey Multiple Conversion Dwelling containing two dwelling units and to construct a two-storey plus basement Infill Two-Family Dwelling residential building (Building 2) with three surface parking spaces at the rear of the site, having vehicular access from lane. - See BP-2020-02856 for infill building. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Rev. #1 - C. Fong - July 21st, 2021. - update floor assembly F08 - F15a per Table A-9.10.3.1.B. - update W03 to have one layer of 5/8" Type X GWB. Renovation | no contractor listed | $345,700 |
| 2021-01-14 | 8550 River Dist. Crossing Killarney |
To demise shell commercial spac and permit the construction of a sales office for Wesgroup to conduct sales of homes at River District. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $275,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 2327 E 28TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($225,000) with an attached garage and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 3 parking spaces having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. Rev #1: The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED GARAGE, to be sprinklered to NFPA 13 D as per VBBL per City staff.2.5.12.(3)(d) Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8563808 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Ho's Construction Ltd | $225,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 26 E 48TH Av Sunset |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($188,000) with 1 open parking pad, having vehicular access from the 16' 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 CA8552705 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Rishi Holdings Ltd | $188,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1267 Granville St Downtown |
Exterior alterations to provide improvements to this mixed-use with social housing on the upper floors building on this site. Work to replace a rooftop make up air unit. OK for DB per City staffember 2, 2020 Energy Upgrade: Exempted - Heat Pump Installation Renovation Roofing HVAC | Eagle Ridge Mechanical Contracting Ltd | $150,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1616 W 3RD Av Fairview |
1620 & 1632 W 3rd Av - Interior alterations and major renovation to demise the existing Food Products Manufacturing Class B (F2) with ancillary Retail Limited-Food at 1620 W 3rd Av on the 1st level into two SHELL units: 1620 W 3rd Av, Food Products Manufacturing Class B (F2) SHELL (1,364 sq. ft.) and 1632 W 3rd Av, Food Products Manufacturing Class B (F2) SHELL (2,741 sq. ft.) in this existing two (2) storey Manufacturing/Office Building on this site. Note: Maximum Occupant Load = 25 persons for each unit Scope of work includes: Interior demolition - walls, ceiling, millwork, doors, plumbing fixtures, lighting; new 2FRR demising wall (part of exterior and interior demising wall upgraded and part of demising wall new), two new universal washrooms with HWT, new fans, HVAC, doors, lighting, finished concrete floor, extension and handrails for existing ramp at rear of unit 1632. OK For Field Review per City staff. Notes: ~ Energy Upgrade: E4 - Lighting - Upgrade all Lighting Controls (per City staff.4.1.1 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) ~ Separate permit(s) are required for tenant improvements for 1620 & 1632 W 3rd Av prior to occupancy. Renovation Demolition HVAC Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $75,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1033 Marinaside Crescent Downtown |
#3801 - Exterior and interior alterations to add A/C unit to balcony and to provide updates to the existing dwelling unit at #3801 on the 38th level in this existing Multiple dwelling building (Quaywest) on this site. Scope of work includes: Exterior - installation of A/C unit on the balcony; Interior - demo interior walls, doors, drop ceiling; install new bathroom fixtures, millwork; expand kitchen into a portion of the enclosed balcony, new appliances, doors, fixtures, millwork, drop ceiling; new electric fireplace, hardwood floors, baseboards; motorized blinds, valance, lighting, paint and finishes throughout. Enclosed Balcony and Bulk Storage to Remain Ok For Field Review per City staff.2020 OK For New A/C Unit on Exterior Balcony as per City staff: ~ Energy Upgrade: L2 - Appliances - Upgrade to an Energuide/Energy Star appliance (washer; dryer) Renovation Demolition HVAC Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $75,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1238 Richards St Downtown |
#1008 - Interior alterations to this unit #1008 in this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope to Include: Remove extended kitchen island and update kitchen cabinets. Relocate laundry to second floor and update main floor bathroom. Layout changes to second floor bathroom. New guardrail on second floor to meet VBBL 2019 @ 42" Min. OK For Field Review pre A.Campbell - Nov.10.2020 This is a sprinklered building. District Building Inspector to determine if a Sprinkler Permit is required at time of field review. Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area) Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $50,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 538 Smithe St Downtown |
#204 - To permit interior alterations to this unit #204 in this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: -Renovate bathroom -Relocating the washer/dryer on main floor. -Add a powder room on 2nd level. Ok For Field Review per City staff.2020 Notes: 1. Energy upgrade trigger: L2 - SWH - Install low flow shower heads in all showers Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $40,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 26 E 48TH Av Sunset |
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 – Canadian Excavating Ltd. (Nirmal Brar) [contact removed] Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 2887 Mcgill St Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – AKAL DEMOLITION & EXCAVATING LTD [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 | AKAL DEMOLITION & EXCAVATING LTD | $15,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 2210 Cornwall Av Kitsilano |
Related to CF-2020-014816; The installation of a temporary tent over the temporary outdoor seating area, for the exclusive use of Local Public Eatery (2210 Cornwall Street) for a limited period of time expiring on April 6, 2021. This permit has been issued under the Covid-19 Temporary Patio Program (TEPP). Building Review Branch Notes: - Building Permit for DP-2020-00787 - Weather protection walls/curtains must be hung over the short ends of the patio, leaving the long side open. - No heaters permitted inside the tent. - Heaters, concrete blocks, and guywires must not obstruct exit and access path and create trip hazards. HVAC Commercial | no contractor listed | $9,850 |
| 2021-01-14 | 518 Moberly Road Fairview |
Interior alterations to renovate this dwelling unit #316 on the 3rd floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work to enclose den, and related electrical and plumbing work. OK for field review as per City staff: 1. Energy Upgrade trigger: L2 - Lighting - Install lighting dimmer, timers, and/or motion detectors on interior lights 2. Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. Renovation Plumbing Electrical | 0942432 BC Ltd | $7,552 |
| 2021-01-14 | 2150 E Hastings St Grandview-Woodland |
2136 E Hastings St Including the operational letter dated June 4, 2020 submitted by Diana Baruffa and Joshua Jaywant of Grindhouse Athletics, to provide interior alterations and a change of use of approximately 1,477.6 sf from retail to fitness centre in conjunction with retail for new tenant (Grindhouse Athletics) in this existing commercial/residential building on this site expiring on December 7, 2021 unless extended in writing by the Director of Planning. REVISION #1: to remove two non structural walls in this unit. June 14, 2021 sd Processed through CRC. Building Review Branch Notes: 1) Application of Article 3.1.2.6- Group A2 low occupant load with max. 30 persons permitted to be classified as Group D. 2) Total proposed occupant load is 25 persons. 3) A permanent sign indicating the above proposed occupant load shall be posted in a conspicuous location near the suite's principal entrance. 4) Separate permit and additional washroom will be required if total occupant load exceed 25 persons. Note: "This permit has been reviewed under the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law (#12511)." “Reviewed during the 2020 pandemic crisis.” Renovation Plumbing Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $6,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | 1162 E 16TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DP-2019-00596 & BP-2020-01417 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work, and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. Demolition | 0990084 BC Ltd | — |
| 2021-01-14 | 1977 E 2ND Av Grandview-Woodland |
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 single family dwelling building. Related to BP-2020-03666 Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-13 | 2626 Skeena St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a new 4 storey building on this site to be used as an office building (Group D occupancy) with an enclosed storage garage (Group F Division 2 cccupancy) at the South part of the main floor level. This building permit is related to BP-2019-05117 for the construction of a new film/TV production studio sound-stage w/ancillary service room and washroom facilities immediately to the West of 3664 Cornett Road. Both buildings will be occupied by Vancouver Film Studios. Mechanical Review Notes: 1. Class 3 cooking operations (Limited Smoke and Grease-laden Vapours) in the employee break room #325 and #425. 2. Domestic hood with a grease filter required. Limited smoke and grease laden vapours are produced (i.e. such as normal usage in a single-family home). 3. Post a sign, “This is a Class 3 Cooking Operation, with a grease capacity alike to a single-family residence. No commercial cooking is permitted, including preparation of meals for more than a normal household on a regularly repeated basis.” ** This Permit application has been reviewed under the 2014 VBBL ** REVISION #1 (Feb. 16, 2021, B. Smith): Amend floor assemblies F-2 & F-3 to ULC F904, add floor assembly F-2* (ULC F904), amend wall assembly W6* to ULC U415, add waterproofing note to sheet A60.3 re: waterproofing for below grade foundation walls, update affected sheets re: the new assemblies (Reflected ceiling plans, sections and wall assemblies), amend notes to roof assemblies re: insulation. Revision #2: Floor assembly type F-2, F-2*, and F-3 has now all been changed to C-UL D988 with a fire resistance rating of New build Roofing Plumbing Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $13,500,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | 2626 Skeena St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To permit demolition 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 | $450,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | 885 W Georgia St Downtown |
11th floor - common mens and womens washrooms interior alterations to renovate the existing common mens and womens washroom on the 11th floor of this existing commercial building on the site. scope of work: remove/construct new toilet partition walls, lighting, fixtures, finishes, electrical and plumbing work. Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $170,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | 605 Robson St Downtown |
Interior alterations to convert the second floor common area (bathrooms and exercise room) to End of Trip Facilities for the use of the building tenants, consisting of men's and women's bathrooms, shower stalls, lockers and one universal/accessible bathroom/shower stall in this existing mixed use building on this site. Scope of work includes: Interior demolition of walls, doors, ceiling, flooring, sprinklers, HVAC, millwork, plumbing fixtures, lighting and all finishes; Install new walls, doors, plumbing fixtures (toilets, showers, sinks, dryers), sprinklers, HVAC, new floors, ceiling, millwork, lighting and finishes. Note: one (1) universal/accessible washroom with shower stall provided - approved by P. Weber Sept 15, 2020. OK For Field Review per City staff. Notes: ~ Energy Upgrade: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Automatic Full OFF (per City staff.4.1.1.(h) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) Renovation Demolition HVAC Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $50,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | 670 W 6TH Av Fairview |
#118 - To permit Interior alterations to unit #118 in this existing Multiple Dwelling Building on this site. Scope of work: Replace the tub/shower with a new shower in the master bathroom, new tile, replace doors, plumbing fixtures and lighting. Ok For Field Review per City staff: Lighting - energy efficient LED bulbs Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $30,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | 856 Homer St Downtown |
Interior alterations to provide replacement of this existing 3-wire system with a new fire alarm system. OK for SIP per City staff Renovation Electrical Commercial | Amacon Construction Ltd | $25,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | 2626 Skeena St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a new building for Film/TV production studio/sound-stage (Group F Division 2 occupancy) w/ancillary service rooms and washrooms/end-of-trip facilities at this site. This is part of the existing Vancouver Film Studio production facilities on this site. Scope of work includes solar panels on roof. ** The 2014 VBBL applies to this application. ** NOTE: All fees (except Draintile) have been paid under related BP-2019-05026 and all documents have been filed under BP-2019-05026 (3664 Cornett Rd) which will be constructed immediately East of this building on this same site. REVISION #1 (Feb. 16, 2021, B. Smith): Amend floor assemblies F-2 & F-3 to ULC F904, add floor assembly F-2* (ULC F904), amend wall assembly W6* to ULC U415, add waterproofing note to sheet A60.3 re: waterproofing for below grade foundation walls, update affected sheets re: the new assemblies (Reflected ceiling plans, sections and wall assemblies), amend notes to roof assemblies re: insulation. Revision #2 - To change the electrical EOR to K Zirul effective May 25/21 - accepted May 31/22 - Erv New build Solar Roofing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-13 | 1131 E 23RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and Abatement Development Permit: DP-2016-00695 Building Permit: BP-2020-03685 Demolition Permit: DB-2020-03686 Demolition | K P Excavating & Demolition Ltd | — |
| 2021-01-13 | 4572 W 2ND Av West Point Grey |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Demolition | J&R Excavation & Demolition Ltd. | — |
| 2021-01-12 | 5882 Tyne St Killarney |
To relocate, alter, add to and convert the existing three-storey One-Family Dwelling building (Building 1) listed on the Vancouver Heritage Registry (B) to a Multiple Conversion Dwelling containing three dwelling units, and to construct an One-Family Dwelling Infill building (Building 2) at the rear of the site providing 3 surface parking spaces having vehicular access from the rear lane. - See BP-2020-02539 for the infill building. Rev. #1 - C. Fong - April 14, 2021. - revise all closet door sizes; and - add T.O.C. elevations to four corners of the 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: - Sch-A, D-1, Struct. B, Arch. B, & Geo. B are submitted. - Entire building is to be sprinklered to NFPA 13R requirements. - 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. Renovation Windows | no contractor listed | $1,400,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 1932 Rupert St Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2 storey + basement two-family dwelling ($705,775.00) 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.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard 2.\tBar sink located in basement New build | Singh Development Ltd | $705,775 |
| 2021-01-12 | 5882 Tyne St Killarney |
To construct an One-Family Dwelling Infill building (Building 2) at the rear of the site providing 3 surface parking spaces having vehicular access from the rear lane. - See BP-2020-02538 for the principle building. Rev. #1 - C. Fong - April 14, 2021. - revise all closet door sizes; - lower upper floor wall plate elevation (386.17') to accommodate proposed prefabricated truss design with 1' heal height; and - update roof assembly 'R1' in assembly schedule and on pre-permit checklist to reflect the truss design change. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND REVIEWED DURING THE 2020 COVID-19 PANDEMIC CRISIS. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: - Travel distance exceeds 45m. Entire infill building is required to be sprinklred to NFPA 13 per VBBL 3.2.5.5.(3)(b). Full sprinkler review is required. - Sch-A, D-1, Struct. B, Arch. B & Geo. B are submitted. - All document of Infill & principle building have been included in BP-2020-02538. - 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 |
| 2021-01-12 | 1168 Howe St Downtown |
Interior/exterior alterations and Change of Major Occupancy from Retail Limited Food (Group E) to Restaurant Class -1 (Group A2) on the first floor of this existing 24 storey Mixed-used building. One Class 5 and one Class 2 cooking operation. Garland E2S (Class 5) and Rational oven with its Ultra Vent attachment (Class 2) are used for non grease cooking operation only. A metal sign shall be securely mounted to the front of the type II hood (Rational Ultra vent) indicating: “COOKING CAUSING GREASE-LADEN VAPOURS IS NOT ALLOWED. EXHAUST SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR STEAM AND HEAT REMOVAL ONLY.” Scope of work includes: - Interior alteration to add/modify washrooms - Expand and alteration to existing outdoor patio (DB449600) - Interior alteration of layout and walls and add stair to access elevated patio deck Building Review Branch Notes: - Building Permit for DP-2020-00462 - Total occupant load is 46 (17 interior + 26 exterior +3 staff) - Upgrade to F1, S2, N1, A2, E2 as per part 11 of VBBL 2019. - For E2, upgrade to lighting to incorporate automatic Full off as per City staff.4.1.1(h) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 is chosen Renovation Deck Plumbing Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $110,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 261 E Hastings St Strathcona |
Minor interior alterations and a temporary change of occupancy in one of the main floor commercial spaces from retail (E) to Women's drop in centre (A2) in this existing mixed use three storey building. Change of occupancy for this tenant only, occupancy to revert to retail (E) when this tenant leaves. Ok for DB as per City staffn #1 - To add two bathrooms and an accessible shower to the scope of work. - accepted Feb.16/21 Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $60,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 2895 W 43RD Av Kerrisdale |
To construct a detached 22'x22' accessory building (garage) ($40,000) at the rear of this existing one-family dwelling site to provide 2 parking spaces having vehicular access from the rear lane. Note: -Roof drainage to 2'x 2'x 12' rock pit. -A survey may be required. Contact your District Building Inspector prior to locating formwork. REVISION #1: Remove portion of hedge on west property line, delete window on west elevation, revise double garage doors to a single garage door, correct section to show sloped slab, correct site coverage total and move swing door north. March 28, 2021 mlh Garage or shed Roofing | Marino General Contracting Ltd | $40,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 1177 W Hastings St Downtown |
#2500 - 25th floor (full floor tenant) Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements to unit #2500 on the 25th floor of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work per VBBL 2019: demolish a single boardroom partition, remove a door, remove and replace ceiling fixtures, electrical & sprinkler work. Building Sprinklered – Separate sprinkler permit required for proposed sprinkler work. Selected Energy Upgrade: L2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Automatic Lighting Shutoff (per City staff.4.1.1 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation Demolition Electrical Commercial | Focus Project Management Ltd | $25,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 2741 E Hastings St Hastings-Sunrise |
Interior alterations to replace the existing fire alarm system in this existing mixed-use building on this site. The scope of work fall under Category 2 per Bulletin 2018-004-BU/EL. Renovation Electrical | no contractor listed | $16,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 1932 Rupert St Hastings-Sunrise |
Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demolition | GNA Contracting Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 53 W Hastings St Downtown |
47 W Hastings St Interior alteration to the existing retail limited service food in this existing mixed-use building on this site. Scope of work: relocated oven, rearrange counter. Note: Energy Upgrade exempt as per City staff: MAXIMUM OF SIXTEEN (16) SEATS PERMITTED. Ok for Field Review as per City staff Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $15,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 800 Burrard St Downtown |
The installation of a temporary tent over the temporary outdoor seating area, for the exclusive use of Joey Burrard, for a limited period of time expiring on October 31, 2021. This permit has been issued under the Covid-19 Temporary Patio Program. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019******** Building Review Branch Note: - Building Permit for DP-2020-00788 - Weather protection walls/curtains must be hung over the short ends of the patio, leaving the long side open. - No heaters are permitted inside the tent. - Heaters, concrete blocks, and guywires must not obstruct exit and access path or create trip hazards. HVAC Commercial | no contractor listed | $12,726 |
| 2021-01-12 | 3433 Dundas St Hastings-Sunrise |
Interior alterations to remove hazardous materials only in this existing one-family dwelling on the site. OK for SIPS as per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 3130 E 2ND Av Hastings-Sunrise |
Interior alterations to remove hazardous materials only in this existing one-family dwelling and garage on the site. Separate permit is required for the garage demo. OK for SIPS as per City staff Renovation Demolition | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 295 W 17TH Av Riley Park |
Interior alterations to remove the unauthorized kitchen and validate the layout on the basement in this existing one family dwelling on this site. OK for field review per City staffkler permit is required. Renovation | no contractor listed | $2,000 |
| 2021-01-12 | 1430 E 17TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-04020 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. Demolition | 0839522 BC Ltd | — |
| 2021-01-12 | 7659 Granville St Marpole |
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-family dwelling. A separate building permit is required to demolish or deconstruct the building. OK for SIPs without plans per City staff Demolition | Hans Demolition and Excavating Ltd. | — |
| 2021-01-12 | 7659 Granville St Marpole |
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-family dwelling. A separate building permit is required to demolish or deconstruct the building. OK for SIPs without plans per City staff Renovation Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-12 | 7659 Granville St Marpole |
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-family dwelling. A separate building permit is required to demolish or deconstruct the building. OK for SIPs without plans per City staff Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-12 | 7283 Rupert St Killarney |
Salvage and abatement permit Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-11 | 3374 Queens Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one-family dwelling with a secondary suite ($1,008,250) located in the basement. Note: Parking for the site has been provided under DB-2020-00825 (Laneway House) Note: This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2020-00823 is completed. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1- Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8539702 2- No strata titling permitted 3- Bar sink proposed in the basement 4- A/C unit proposed on the 2nd floor New build Secondary suite Demolition | CB Developments & Designing Ltd | $1,008,250 |
| 2021-01-11 | 800 Hornby St Downtown |
Building Permit for DP-2018-00920 To demolish existing concrete paving and remove garden vegetation, re-grade and re-surface the VAG main entrance way with precast concrete and pavers, add surface drains and trench drains along Hornby Street sidewalk. Repave Hornby street sidewalk with broom finish concrete and re-grade existing bike lane and median along Hornby Street. Replace existing VAG main entrance canopy. Add site furnishings including concrete benches, movable planters for seasonal display, bike racks, garbage and recycling bins. Build new storm water retention and infiltration gallery along Hornby Street. Add new general and ambient lighting at art gallery facade and main entrance way including new entrance canopy and 1 water hook-up and electrical connections for special events uses. Remove existing VAG signage. Related DE418585 Renovation Demolition Electrical Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $830,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 210 E 5TH Av Mount Pleasant |
To demise 2140 Main St (strata lots 2-5) into: 2110 Main St (SL2 & SL3), and 2130 Main St (SL4) & 2140 Main St (SL5) interconnected; To change the use of 2130 & 2140 from "Drug Store and Health Care Office Shell" to "Health Care Office in conjunction with Drug Store (pharmacy) and Beauty & Wellness Centre" as per the operational letter submitted by Dr. Hardeep S Bhugra of "Simple Life on Main" and to alter the interior only to provide first tenant improvements. Revision#1: to provide changes to the layout of interior partitions, and to delete medical spa. No AHRAE. No change in project value. Revision #2 is to convert the previously approved unoccupied Storage Area to five (5) Treatment Rooms and a Storage Room. No ASHRAE, including $100,000 increase of the project value. Note: 2110 Main St is approved as a Drug Store and Health Care Office SHELL SPACE ONLY. Separate permit(s) are required prior to any future tenant improvements and/or occupancies Ok for Field Review per City staff Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 3374 Queens Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($225,000) 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 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8539702 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | CB Developments & Designing Ltd | $225,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 2210 W 40TH Av Arbutus Ridge |
#102 Interior alterations to provide improvements to #102 on the ground floor of this existing multiple dwelling unit on the site. scope of work: kitchen & bathroom updates, reconfiguration of interior partition walls, new doors, millwork and finishes. OK for Field Review as per City staffuired Renovation | Eyco Building Group Ltd | $150,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 188 E 49TH Av Sunset |
6533 Main St - Interior and exterior alterations to provide the first tenant improvements to change approx. 1,248 sq. ft. on the 1st storey at 6533 Main St from retail shell to Retail (E) with ancillary money transfer services for a new tenant in this existing mixed use building on this site. Exterior alterations are limited to add two louvers at the storefront. Tenant: INS Main St Market Scope of work includes: new walls for stockroom and barrier free unisex washroom back of house; install service desk, wall shelving, display case, wall coolers, exit sign, emergency light; new floors, T-bar ceiling, HVAC, power, finishes, lighting and paint throughout. Food is pre-packaged and there will be no food preparation nor serving coffee in this unit as per Letter of Operation dated Sept 21, 2020 submitted by INS Market OK for field review as per City staff. OK to process as DB for exterior work as per City staff. Notes: ~ 2hr FFR separation provided between ground floor units under Base Building Permit, BP-2016-03078. ~ Separate Permit required for all signage ~ Energy Upgrade: First TI ~ Building Sprinklered – a separate sprinkler permit is required. ~ District Building Inspector to determine if Structural Submission is required for more than 6' high shelving units at field review inspection. Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $55,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 2233 Columbia St Mount Pleasant |
#400 - Full Floor Tenant To provide tenant improvements to this existing Office Use Unit #400 in this Commercial building on this site. Scope of work to remove and add new interior walls for a boardroom, phone rooms and offices, add an accessible washroom with shower, and related electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work. REVISION #1: demolish the east wall of the Copy Room, Copy Room door and millwork, to erect a new wall on the east side of the Copy Room which is to extend it by 12" with a barn style door and new millwork, to remove the new accessible shower from the scope of work, existing universal water closet to remain as-is, to remove the existing millwork within the Storage Room and replace with new shelving, and the Phone Room 418 is to shift east with the change to the Copy Room. Also, project value increasing from $50,000 to $51,000. March 15, 2021 mlh Renovation Demolition Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $51,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 3086 E 15TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Addition/Alteration to this one family dwelling. Scope of work to include remove canopy over rear stairs, legalize secondary suite, replace guard rail and handrail on real stairs and retain work room at rear. Renovation Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $47,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 3554 W 16TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
interior alterations to provide kitchen updates and create an open concept on the 1st floor of the principal dwelling unit in this existing one family dwelling with secondary suite building. Scope of work includes: interior demo - remove non-loadbearing walls between the kitchen and dining room, remove millwork, appliances and floors; new kitchen island with bar sink, new appliances, wiring, gas and plumbing work; new floors, paint and finishes throughout. No new lighting. OK for Field Review as per City staff: ~ Energy Upgrade: refer to REUP ~ Building Sprinklered – Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. Renovation Secondary suite Demolition Plumbing Electrical | Northern Concepts Ltd | $45,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 700 W Pender St Downtown |
#1501 - 15th floor - 700 W Pender St Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements and expand unit 1501 into unit 1515 to an existing General Office tenant on the 15th floor (#1501) of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: remove partition walls , new partition walls, demolish existing doors, frames, millwork and electrical work. #1515 has been cancelled and is to be removed TENANT: Equinox OK for field review as per City staff: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to Bilevel Lighting Control (per City staff.4.1.1.(d) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) NOTE: Building Sprinklered – separate sprinkler permit NOT required. Renovation Demolition Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $40,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 4649 W 8TH Av West Point Grey |
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 |
| 2021-01-11 | 2952 E 41ST Av Killarney |
Addition/Alteration: Sundeck enclosure has been proposed to be removed, Enclose attached carport to make garage. REUP provided by: Harvey Gill of Enersaver Solutions Inc. [contact removed] Addition Renovation Garage or shed | no contractor listed | $15,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 3374 Queens Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – Power Excavating 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 | Power Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 1021 W Hastings St Downtown |
#900 - 8th and 9th floors Interior alterations to provide improvements for this existing office tenant on the 8th and 9th floors (#900) of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: remove/construct new partition walls to the north end of the 8th floor & south east corner of the 9th floor to reconfigure office space, new finishes, power/data and electrical work. NOTE: *existing inter-connecting stairs between these two floors TENANT: RGN British Columbia XX limited Partnership Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $10,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 789 W Pender St Downtown |
#1010 - 10th floor Interior alterations to demise existing office tenant space on the 10th floor (unit #1010) into two office tenants to be #1005 and #1010 on the 10th floor of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: construct new demising wall, new partition walls for storage room in #1010 and electrical work. TENANT: Emgold Mining Corporation OK for Field Review as per City staff(s) and ASHRAE checklist required for future Tenant Improvements to unit #1005 Building Sprinklered - separate sprinkler permit NOT required. Renovation Electrical Commercial | North Stream Contracting Ltd | $8,000 |
| 2021-01-11 | 857 Malkin Av Strathcona |
To install one 20'x40' warming tent, two washroom/shower trailers, and one staff trailer on the southeast side of the existing site facing Raymur Avenue. Proposed work includes new BC Hydro service connection, sewer and water connections. Temporary use of gas generator prior to proposed BC Hydro service connection. Building Review Branch Notes: 1. This permit is for a temporary period expiring January 31st, 2022 unless extended by the Chief Building Official. 2. Refer to EP-2020-09447 for related electrical work. Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-11 | 3482 Normandy Drive Renfrew-Collingwood |
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. Building permit: DB-2020-03597 Demolition permit: BP-2020-03598 General Contractor: Owner- [name withheld] Demoltion Contractor: Hans Demolition and Excavating Ltd. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-11 | 2976 E 42ND Av Killarney |
Salvage and abatement permit Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-01-11 | 239 E 26TH Av Riley Park |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-03089 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. Demolition | Master Class Construction Ltd | — |