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Vancouver building permits, week of 19 April 2021
The City of Vancouver issued 77 building permits between 19 and 25 April 2021, worth $50.3M in all. Renovation led with 39 permits, then demolition with 22 and new build with 11. Dunbar-Southlands and Kitsilano were the busiest neighbourhoods.
Permits by trade
| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 39 | |
| Demolition | 22 | |
| New build | 11 | |
| Commercial | 3 | |
| Addition | 2 |
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All 77 permits
| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-04-23 | 15 W Hastings St Downtown |
Interior alterations to temporarily change the use and major occupancy from existing Retail Store (Group E) to Social Service Centre- Shelter (Group A2) at 15 & 27 W Hastings in this existing commercial building on this site. This is for a time limited period expiring April 30th, 2024 unless extended by the Director of Planning and the Chief Building Official. Building Review Branch Notes: 1. Proposed 60 beds total. Revision #1- 2023-06-15- S.Le Add 20 cots and provide layout for 18 Extreme Weather Response (EWR) mats. The EWR use is weather dependent and opened nightly but on a frequent basis from November to March during the EWR season. Renovation Commercial | Klondike Contracting Corporation | $750,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 3404 E 4TH Av Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling with one secondary suite located in the Basement ($723,975.00) with a detached accessory building (garage) ($10,000), at the rear providing 3 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8882572 2.\tA/C Unit proposed in rear yard 3.\tBar sink located in basement New build Secondary suite | Armeva Custom Homes Ltd | $723,975 |
| 2021-04-23 | 2488 W 35TH Av Arbutus Ridge |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($225,000.00) with an attached garage with 2 car parking spaces and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 3 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED GARAGE to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D Requirements. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8355536 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 4.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Cyanic Developments Inc | $225,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 3570 W 27TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To construct a 1 storey laneway house building ($224,982.50) with an attached garage and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the 20' Lane. The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED GARAGE (if applicable), to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 1.\tCovenant not required with existing house 3.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 4.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Smallworks Studio and Laneway Housing Inc | $224,982 |
| 2021-04-23 | 568 W 27TH Av South Cambie |
568 w 27th To construct a new detached two car garage (24X21'6 1/4") with vehicular access from the rear lane of this existing one family dwelling on this inside with lane site. Work in conjunction with new inground swimming pool (Refer to BP-2021-00793) Additional floor area from garage has been counted into house floor space New build | MDM Solutions Inc | $97,999 |
| 2021-04-23 | 1881 Cornwall Av Kitsilano |
To permit interior alterations and change the Use from Dry-cleaning Services (D) to Retail Store (E) in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope to Include: Remove interior walls and add one new interior wall. New vinyl flooring, addition of sink, counters/shelving, walk-in-cooler and paint. OK For Field Review per City staff.2021 Energy Upgrade: Upgrade to incorporate automatic lighting shut off. Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $80,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 2759 Parker St Hastings-Sunrise |
CF-2020-016356 - Interior and exterior alteration to legalized the secondary suite to this existing one-family dwelling on the site. Scope of work: Main fl - kitchen and bathroom updates, demo & install interior walls, millwork, and flooring - Adding insulation, vapour barrier, and dry wall to exterior walls and attic & ceiling, changing Hvac ducting from mechanical room Basement - legalized secondary suite, raising ceiling height to 6'-6", increasing height of front door to 6'-6" - Adding separate electrical panel and electrical work, plumbing fixtures, and moving gas line. Ok for Field Review per City staffaliwal, [contact removed] #1 - 2759 Parker St - 1st storey (1 dwelling unit) #2 - 2759 Parker St - basement (sec suite) Note:\t\t - No strata-titling will be permitted. \t - 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. \t - 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. \t - Install Carbon Monoxide Alarm as per Building By-Law 9.32.4.2. & Bulletin 2007-007-BU/EL \t - Upgrade work under Part 11 (based on value of work – energuide related Part 11.2.1.4.) \t - Ceiling height to be a min. 6ft 6" over 80% of the suite area and all exit routes\t - Dedicated 3'-0" wide firefighting access path with overhead clearance of 2m to be maintained at all times\t \t\t Renovation Secondary suite Demolition HVAC Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $68,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 2245 William St Grandview-Woodland |
Exterior and interior alterations, and change of use from one-family dwelling with a detached accessory building (garage) at the rear to one-family dwelling with secondary suite of this existing residential dwelling building on site. Scope of work includes : Remove & install partition walls and doors, new washrooms, and electrical and plumbing work. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Secondary suite Garage or shed Plumbing Electrical | My House Design/Build Team Ltd | $65,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 2615 Ash St Fairview |
600 W 10th - Level 1 (rm 106) Interior alterations to temporarily relocate hospital pharmacy dispensary to level 1 (room 106) in this existing institutional use building for BC Cancer Agency. Scope of work: new (temporary) partition walls, doors, & exit signs. electrical and mechanical work. REVISION #1 Nov. 4/21 mk - add ASHRAE lighting compliance documentation. - add page A3.101 (4A.1/7) - level 01 - Existing and Proposed Reflective Ceiling. - revise cover sheet, egress paths, notes, floor plan, hardware, add wicket sill details. (All areas are clouded) NOTE: space will be reinstated back to existing layout once dispensary is relocated back to Level 6. Renovation Windows HVAC Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $40,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 570 Granville St Downtown |
Interior alterations to remove all non load-bearing partitions and leave this existing retail food as retail shell space. A separate permit will be required to this space as they submitted an exemption from the energy checklist requirement. OK for Field Review per City staff: exempt Renovation Commercial | TotalPlan Inc | $35,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 3404 E 4TH Av Hastings-Sunrise |
Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demolition | Hans Demolition and Excavating Ltd. | $15,000 |
| 2021-04-23 | 3996 W 19TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Jereld Salazar EMTEC Environmental, Health & Safety Consulting Inc. \t\t[contact removed] Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | — |
| 2021-04-23 | 8507 Fremlin St Marpole |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2021-01748 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] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-22 | 26 E Hastings St Downtown |
To demolish this existing mixed used Heritage C building on this site as per order of the Chief Building Official. Demolition Commercial | Clearview Demolition Ltd | $1,500,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 675 W Hastings St Downtown |
To upgrade the fire alarm system by adding additional zones to the existing fire annunciator panel and installing new fire alarm devices in the lobbies of the existing service elevator to meet the requirements of CSA/B44 to this existing high-rise mixed-use commercial building. Notes: Work is throughout the building. Existing ground floor commercial and General Office above. Existing Group D primarily. Revision 1: Change project description. P Volpi, May 25, 2021. Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $1,287,004 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2528 Maple St Kitsilano |
Building Permit for DP-2021-00099 Exterior alterations only to repair the building envelope on this 7 storey mixed used (Retail stores/multi-dwelling building (Group E&C) with 2 levels of underground parking being accessed from the lane. Scope of work includes: To provide building envelope remediation with the replacement of the 7th floor main roof and the 4th floor podium roof, with replacement trees required as per the Landscape Plan, at this existing seven (7) storey mixed-use commercial & residential building. OK for BU only as per City staff: 1. This permit has been issued under the requirement of VBBL #12511 (2019) 2. Reviewed during the 2020 pandemic crisis Renovation Roofing Commercial | Renewal Construction Inc | $1,200,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 3492 W 39TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To construct a 2 storey + cellar one-family dwelling ($1,013,750) 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-2021-00038 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- A/C unit proposed in the rear yard New build Demolition | Westfield Homes Ltd | $1,013,750 |
| 2021-04-22 | 962 Renfrew St Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a two-storey two-family dwelling with one lock-off unit ($788,142) located in the basement, with 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. Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8889422 2. No strata titling permitted 3. No A/C units proposed. 4. Bar sinks proposed in the basement New build Secondary suite | Vithu Developments Ltd | $788,142 |
| 2021-04-22 | 210 E 5TH Av Mount Pleasant |
First Tenant Improvement; Interior alteration on ground floor of this existing 8-storey mixed use building (Group A2, C, E) for a Restaurant Class -1 (Group A2). Class-1 cooking operation. Building Review Branch Noes: - Total occupant load is 100 (74 interior seats, 16 outdoor seats, 10 staff) - Refer to BP-2021-01040 for construction of exhaust shaft outside of tenant space - Outdoor patio is a separate permit. (DB-2020-03688) * Permit is reviewed as per VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020/2021 Pandemic Crisis. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2858 E 8TH Av Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 1.5 storey laneway house building ($160,750) with 1 on grade parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 1 1/2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law 1-\tNo A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Py Chue Construction Ltd | $160,750 |
| 2021-04-22 | 1503 Kingsway Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To demolish this existing 2-storey commercial retail (Rona) building on this site. Related to Demo BP-2019-05322, S&A BP-2019-05323 OK for SIPs per City staff: Demolition plan stamped with recent date required to be provided to District Building Inspector at tree barrier / pre-demo inspection. Demolition Commercial | D & S Bulldozing Ltd | $120,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2608 Tolmie St West Point Grey |
Exterior and interior alterations and installation of new cooking equipment and kitchen ventilation system for the existing Restaurant Class 1 unit in this single storey, single unit restaurant building for a new tenant. Note: 1- There are 2 buildings on this site next to each other. One a 3-storeys, (D, E) and the other one a single-storey, single unit (A2). This permit application is for single storey building. 2- Class-1 Cooking operation 3- Occupant load (interior seats and staff) is 36 Persons 4- OK for DB per City staffmbing by placing additional fixture load to grease trap Renovation HVAC Commercial | no contractor listed | $95,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 3590 W 21ST Av Dunbar-Southlands |
3590 W 21st Interior alterations to remodel the kitchen, the bathroom, powder room and the laundry in this existing single family dwelling. OK for Field Review per (Kim V) Renovation | no contractor listed | $95,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 3595 Kingsway Renfrew-Collingwood |
Interior alterations to provide the first tenant improvements to change approx. 1,099 sq. ft. on the 1st Level (3589 Kingsway) from Retail (E) SHELL to Health Care office (D) in this existing 8 storey (7 & basement as per zoning bylaw) mixed-use building on this site. Scope of work includes: New walls to create exam rooms, kitchen/office, bathroom, gym area, reception and storage; new plumbing and plumbing fixtures; New HVAC distribution, electrical, lighting and paint throughout. Tenant: Thomas Wan Physiotherapist Corporation OK for DB per City staff W.Wong, February 26, 2021 Notes: ~ Energy Upgrade: First TI ~ Building Sprinklered – a separate sprinkler permit is required. ~ Storefront glazing is to remain clear and unobstructed. No translucent or opaque film, artwork, shelving, display case, curtains or similar elements are to be installed on or directly outside or inside of the approved glazing. Separate permit is required for all signage. Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $90,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2631 W 2ND Av Kitsilano |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing one-family dwelling Heritage B building on the site. Scope of work: kitchen and bathroom, create office on main floor, create powder room on main floor, convert bedroom to ensuite bathroom and create 2nd bathroom on second floor, replace 2 rear windows and doors, re-construct stairs leading to the basement, replace wood burning fireplaces with gas fireplaces OK for DB as per City staffarch 3, 2021 Structural Schedule submitted by Thomas V. Leung - [contact removed] REUP submitted - no upgrade required per project value This is a non sprinklered building. Renovation Windows HVAC | MDM Solutions Inc | $60,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 1975 Pendrell St West End |
#401 - 4th Floor Interior alterations only to provide improvements to this existing multiple dwelling unit on the the 4th floor (#401) of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of Work: Kitchen; Re and re cabinets, appliances, and countertops Bathroom; Re and re vanity, toilet, tub, shower and fixtures. Re and re flooring throughout Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $59,500 |
| 2021-04-22 | 444 W 49TH Av Oakridge |
#303 Interior alterations only to provide improvements to this existing dwelling unit in this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: remove bulkhead, new kitchen cabinets, appliances, finishes, electrical and plumbing E2 - Lighting - Install energy efficient lighting fixtures (single occupied space area) OK For Field Review per (M.Zink, Apr 1/21)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Renovation Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $35,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 210 E 5TH Av Mount Pleasant |
Interior alteration on ground floor of this existing 8-storey mixed use building (Group A2, C, E) to construct the exhaust shaft for new restaurant tenant at "2102 Main street". Building Review Branch Noes: - This permit is only for construction of shaft outside tenant space and in adjacent units up to roof. - Tenant improvement of "2102" Main street under permit BP-2020-03596. Refer to this noted permit for all reviews, time entry. * Permit is reviewed as per VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 Pandemic Crisis. Renovation Roofing Commercial | no contractor listed | $34,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 193 Aquarius Mews Downtown |
#701 Interior alteration to provide improvement in this unit #701 on the 7th floor of this existing multiple dwelling on the site. Scope of work : Demo partition wall, remove and replace plumbing fixtures, millwork and flooring. OK for Field Review per (Kim V) Energy requirement: Suite - Reached Energy Efficiency Target Renovation Demolition Plumbing | no contractor listed | $30,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 1714 Alma St Kitsilano |
Exterior and interior alterations to renovate the dwelling unit 1714 Alma Street in this existing Multiple Conversion Dwelling on this site. Scope of work includes to change windows on the south and north side and change a sliding door on the east side to a single door. OK for field review as per City staffid Shayan Renovation Windows | no contractor listed | $25,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2628 Duke St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To provide for the deconstruction/demolition of an existing One-Family Dwelling building on this site. OK for SIPS as per City staff. Note: 1. 75% recycling required Related permits: 2626 Duke Street: BP-2020-03655 (demo) / BP-2020-03656 (S&A) 2632 Duke Street: BP-2020-03657 (demo) / BP-2020-03658 (S&A) 2638 Duke Street: BP-2020-03659 (demo) / BP-2020-03661 (S&A) 2644 Duke Street: BP-2020-03662 (demo) / BP-2020-03663 (S&A) Demolition | Bold Construction Ltd | $22,500 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2628 Duke St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To provide for the deconstruction/demolition of an existing One-Family Dwelling building on this site. OK for SIPS as per City staff. Note: 1. 75% recycling required Related permits: 2626 Duke Street: BP-2020-03655 (demo) / BP-2020-03656 (S&A) 2632 Duke Street: BP-2020-03657 (demo) / BP-2020-03658 (S&A) 2638 Duke Street: BP-2020-03659 (demo) / BP-2020-03661 (S&A) 2644 Duke Street: BP-2020-03662 (demo) / BP-2020-03663 (S&A) Demolition | Bold Construction Ltd | $22,500 |
| 2021-04-22 | 683 E 27TH Av Riley Park |
Interior alterations to change the use to General Office and provide improvements to a new office tenant on the ground floor of this existing mixed-use building on this site. OK for field review as per City staff: E1 - Retrofit Path: 1 @ E1; E1 - Lighting - Upgrade internal Exit Signs to not exceed 5W per City staff Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $20,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 3345 W 11TH Av Kitsilano |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demolition – Pre 1950’s Pre-1950 with Character Merit Green Demolition Conditions Apply : 90% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – GRG Demolition & Excavating Ltd. (Garry Aujla) (604)723-4073 Demolition | GRG Demolition & Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 5700 Larch St Kerrisdale |
Interior alterations to this existing retail space. Scope of work: deconstruct interior wall and noted millwork. Re and re plumbing fixtures. Install additional 5/8" drywall on existing. New exit signs and smoke detector. Energy requirement:E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to Local Control (per City staff.4.1.1.(a) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016)/ Lighting Compliance Renovation Demolition Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $10,000 |
| 2021-04-22 | 210 E 5TH Av Mount Pleasant |
Outdoor patio, Exterior alteration on the ground floor of this existing 8-storey mixed use building (Group A2, C, E) for an outdoor patio consist of 4 tables of 4 (total 16 people) for a Restaurant Class -1 (Group A2). Building Review Branch Noes: - Refer to BP-2020-03596 for First Tenant Improvement for Restaurant Tenant Improvement and reviews. * Permit is reviewed as per VBBL 2019 and issued during 2020 Pandemic Crisis. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $1,500 |
| 2021-04-22 | 2295 E 15TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
SPECIAL EVENT: Building Permit for BP-2020-01386 Building Permit for BP-2018-02225 To install 15- 20'x10', 39- 10'x10', and 2- 8'x8' vendors tents, and 4- 8' umbrellas for the Trout Lake Farmer's Market in the parking lot area in the park of Trout Lake Community Centre for a limited period of time every Saturday expiring October 30, 2021. Note: This is a shadow permit issued as a courtesy. Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-22 | 2690 Larch St Kitsilano |
SPECIAL EVENT: Building Permit for BP-2020-01395 To install 35- 10'x10', 12- 20'x10', and 2- 8'x8' vendors tents for the Kitsilano Farmer's Market in the parking lot area in the park of Kitsilano Community Centre for a limited period of time every Saturday expiring October 31st, 2021. Note: This is a shadow permit issued as a courtesy. Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-22 | 2300 Guelph St Mount Pleasant |
SPECIAL EVENT: Building Permit for DP-2018-00361 Including the Operational Letter and Traffic Management Plan submitted by Laura Smit of the Vancouver Farmer's Market, stamped "RECEIVED" by his Department on April 17, 2018, to use this site for a Farmer's Market on Sundays, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (set-up to begin at 8:00 a.m. and take-down to be completed by 3:30 p.m.), for a maximum of 42 stalls, from May to October, expiring October 31, 2023 unless extended in writing by the Director of Planning. Notes: 1. Building permit expires October 31, 2021. A new building permit shall be applied for if event is to occur in 2022. 2. Note: This is a shadow permit issued as a courtesy. Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-22 | 4770 Drummond Drive West Point Grey |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Development Permit: DP-2019-00709 Building Permit: BP-2021-00809 Deconstruction Permit: BP-2021-00812 Demolition | Headwater Management Ltd | — |
| 2021-04-22 | 2351 Adanac St Grandview-Woodland |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2020-03758 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-22 | 2111 E 29TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2021-00428 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: BCQP Consultants Inc. (Peter R.Van Bakel) Demolition permit: BP-2021-00429 Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-21 | 609 Granville St Downtown |
G057 To alter the exterior and interior of this existing retail store and to change the use to Vehicle Dealer to provide improvements for a new tenant at#G057 on the Georgia St Level in this existing commercial building (Pacific Center Mall). Scope of work includes demolition of previous walls and fixtures, construction of new walls, fixtures, minor envelope alterations and related mechanical and electrical work. OK for DB as per City staff Renovation Demolition HVAC Electrical Commercial | Sajo Inc | $1,212,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 821 Cambie St Downtown |
#300 - 3rd floor (full floor tenant) Interior alterations to provide improvement for an existing General Office tenant on the 3rd floor (#300) of this existing commercial building. Scope of work: remove/construct interior partition walls for two new offices, complete refinish of washrooms, update coffee room, finishes, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work. TENANT : Next Level Games Inc. Energy Upgrade: L2 - Lighting - Upgrade to incorporate Automatic Lighting Shutoff (per City staff.4.1.1 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | BLT Limited Partnership | $425,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 3642 W 2ND Av Kitsilano |
Exterior and interior alterations to change of use from two family dwelling into one family dwelling in this existing Vancouver Heritage Registered B building. Exterior alterations includes to remove the glass/wood cover over the rear deck, add a skylight and change windows and doors on the south elevation. OK for DB per City staff 25/21 Renovation Deck Windows | Headland Construction Corporation | $315,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 1609 Balsam St Kitsilano |
#3 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #3 on the second level of this multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: - Install interior walls and doors, millwork, plumbing fixtures and lighting, new flooring, and appliances - Remove exterior hot tub and wood deck OK for Field Review per City staff: E2 - Lighting - Upgrade to Local Control (per City staff.4.1.1.(a) of ASHRAE 90.1-2016) Renovation Deck Pool or hot tub Plumbing | Bolar Development Group Ltd | $150,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 1475 Matthews Av Shaughnessy |
Case File CF-2020-016150 - Interior alterations to provide upgrades and updates in this existing two storey and basement one-family dwelling on this site. Scope of work includes: alterations to remove all flooring; remove drywall to stud, plumbing fixtures, millwork, appliances and lighting for 8 bathrooms and 1 kitchen, remove 2 fireplaces; new walls/drywall, fireplaces, appliances, millwork, plumbing fixtures and new flooring, paint and lighting throughout. OK For Field Review per City staff. Revision #1 - To reconfigure for an open concept Recreation Room and Hobby with a new Wine Room added at the Basement Floor Plan, layout changes to sauna room and to add wet & dry sauna, adding 2 new windows to pool room in the basement. - To remove a closet to make a larger Spicy Kitchen, to update the main Kitchen, to remove a structural wall which is replaced with a structural beam, and to provide lower cabinets with a new direct vent fireplace on the First Floor Plan. - To remove the skylight, to reconfigure the Master Bedroom and Bathrooms, and to update with new fixtures at the two (2) Bathrooms on the Second Floor Plan Renovation Pool or hot tub Windows HVAC Plumbing | Mountain Heights Development Ltd | $140,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 555 W 12TH Av Fairview |
Interior and exterior alterations and a change of use to this existing former retail suite (Purolator Courier) that will now be a new limited food service (retail) tenant in this existing suite of this existing mixed use commercial building (CitySquare Mall). Interior alterations include new dining areas, new partitions, and a new commercial kitchen. Exterior alterations include new rooftop kitchen exhaust equipment plus a new exterior make-up air opening and grille at the South exterior wall. ** Maximum number of seats proposed = 16 and must not exceed that number **. Class 1 Cooking operation. NOTE: the 2019 VBBL applies to this Permit application which has been reviewed during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Renovation Roofing Commercial | no contractor listed | $75,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 4436 Chaldecott St Dunbar-Southlands |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing one family dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: Main fl - Kitchen & bathroom updates, remove and install interior walls, millwork, new appliances, plumbing fixtures & lighting OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation Plumbing | Level One Construction Ltd | $60,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 739 Gore Av Strathcona |
Interior alterations to the existing fitness center on the main floor of this building, and to validate the expansion of the fitness centre into the adjacent unit (747 and 751 Gore to be combined, retaining 747 Gore) and the change of occupancy from group E to group A2. Scope of work to add an office, staff room, add 18' wall, sink, dishwasher, fridge and washer & dryer and related plumbing, electrical work. NOTE: MAXIMUM OCCUPANT LOAD = 50 PERSONS As per the operational letter submitted from Jordy Shumay, dated February 4th, 2021 and 2019 VBBL sentence 3.1.17.1.(2), a permanent sign indicating the maximum occupant load of 50 persons shall be posted in a conspicuous location. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Plumbing Electrical Signage Commercial | TotalPlan Inc | $40,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 4630 W 6TH Av West Point Grey |
4630 W 6th Exterior alterations to remove the wood frame chimney from the side of the house in this existing one family dwelling. OK For Field Review, per (Kim V) Renovation | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 730 W 6TH Av Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to the generator in the parkade level of this multiple dwelling building on this site. Work to replace the emergency generator and automatic transfer switch. OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation | Coral Contracting Corporation | $4,500 |
| 2021-04-21 | 843 E 22ND Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
CF-2020-015327 - Interior alterations to restore the interconnected stairs and repair a portion of the drywall in the basement ceiling of this existing one-family dwelling building on the site. Note: Separate application is required for the rear building addition. OK for Field Review as per City staff Addition Renovation | applicant withheld (individual) | $4,300 |
| 2021-04-21 | 232 Keefer St Strathcona |
232 Keefer St Exterior alteration to install an outdoor dry type transformer on the roof top of this existing building with a restaurant and retail on the ground floor and fitness centre on the 2nd floor for the BC Hydro "H" frame elimination project. OK for field review per City staff Renovation Roofing Commercial | Advanco Electric Ltd | $3,800 |
| 2021-04-21 | 1475 Tolmie St West Point Grey |
Exterior and interior alteration to validate the work without permit on added porch and storage room in this existing one family dwelling on this site. Ok for field review as per City staff: Floor area of 55.21 sf accessory storage space is to be counted toward overall FSR. Renovation | no contractor listed | $2,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | 1329 Cypress St Kitsilano |
Salvage and abatement permit only for BP-2021-00598 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Harvey Wong - Kinetic OHS - [contact removed] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-21 | 3483 W 18TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Salvage and Abatement Permit Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-21 | 866 E 31ST Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2020-2021-00584 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Harvey Wong, Kinetic OHS, [contact removed] Demolition | J B Siteworks Inc. | — |
| 2021-04-20 | 835 Granville St Downtown |
Interior and exterior alterations and a minor renovation to this existing shell restaurant space at the main floor + basement suite on the 2 storey + basement in existing building, for a new main floor restaurant tenant having ancillary storage/cooler/freezer area at the basement floor level. The proposed occupant load = 50. (NOTED: 2nd floor is separate retail CRU suite). The 2019 VBBL applies to this Application. REV #1 - Interior layout changes and construction details necessitated by site conditions. This Revision is related to AL-2022-00124. Accepted Nov.2/22. Erv Renovation Basement Secondary suite Commercial | no contractor listed | $1,100,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 1640 Alma St Kitsilano |
Addition/Alteration to this existing one family dwelling, scope of work to include; front entrance terrace deck off master bedroom, addition of curtain wall at kitchen on main floor, addition of curtain wall in rec space, partial increase in basement height to 8' clear ceiling, fireplace upgrade and millwork additions. PART 5 DESIGN Addition Renovation Deck | Powers Construction Inc | $1,000,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 3705 W 21ST Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one-family dwelling with a secondary suite ($705,250) located in the basement. Note: Parking for the site has been provided under DB-2020-03595 (Laneway House) Note: This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2020-02592 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 CA8461500 2- No strata titling permitted 3- Bar sink proposed in the basement 4- A/C unit proposed in the rear yard New build Secondary suite Demolition | AREE Developments Ltd | $705,250 |
| 2021-04-20 | 5058 Ross St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one-family dwelling with a secondary suite ($566,000) located in the basement 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-2020-03487 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 CA8559150 2- No strata titling permitted 3- No bar sink proposed 4- A/C unit proposed in the rear yard New build Secondary suite Demolition | Maximus Vision Group | $566,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 3705 W 21ST Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($161,250) with an attached garage and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 2 parking spaces, 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 CA8461500 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | AREE Developments Ltd | $161,250 |
| 2021-04-20 | 2628 Duke St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To provide for the deconstruction/demolition of an existing One-Family Dwelling building on this site. OK for SIPS as per City staff. Note: 1. 75% recycling required Related permits: 2626 Duke Street: BP-2020-03655 (demo) / BP-2020-03656 (S&A) 2632 Duke Street: BP-2020-03657 (demo) / BP-2020-03658 (S&A) 2638 Duke Street: BP-2020-03659 (demo) / BP-2020-03661 (S&A) 2644 Duke Street: BP-2020-03662 (demo) / BP-2020-03663 (S&A) Demolition | Bold Construction Ltd | $22,500 |
| 2021-04-20 | 4244 Victoria Drive Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demolition – Pre 1950’s Pre-1950 Green Demolition Conditions Apply : 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – Company Name MBD Trucking Excavating Ltd. (Contact Name: Balvir Gill) [contact removed] Demolition | MBD Trucking Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 3492 W 39TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – Canadian Excavating Ltd [contact removed]) This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Pre-1950 with Character Merit: Green Demolition Conditions Apply 90% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 3705 W 21ST Av Dunbar-Southlands |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – Canadian Excavating Ltd. [contact removed]) This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Pre-1950 with Character Merit Green Demolition Conditions Apply 90% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 5058 Ross St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION 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 | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | $15,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | 2145 W 32ND Av Arbutus Ridge |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2021-00581 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: EMTEC Environmental, Health & Safety Consulting Inc. [contact removed]) Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-19 | 3833 Fraser St Riley Park |
To construct a new 7-storey mixed-use combustible building consisting of: - 1 storey - 5 CRU units ( Groups A-2 and E) - 1st to 6 th storeys - 125 market rental dwelling units all over 2 levels of underground parking. Note: 1. The building is separated into 2 buildings with a firewall having 4 Hr. fire -resistance rating at 1st & 2nd storeys & 2 Hr. fire- resistance rating at 3rd to 6th storeys. Building A - 7 storey Building B - 6 storey 2. Refer to AL-2020-00053 to allow use of combustible construction at upper storeys. 3. The building is designed to meet ZEBP (Level 3) Energy Standard. 15-Oct-2020 - Stage 1 (excavation and shoring) issued during the COVID 19 pandemic. 11-Jan-2021 - Stage 2 (full structural) issued. 19-Apr-2021 - Stage 3 (full permit) issued. 28-Jun-2022 - Revision#1 - issued. Deletion of the mezzanine level and removal of the demising wall between the CRU 1 and CRU 2 (3865 and 3863 Fraser St.). New build Commercial | Axiom Builders Inc | $32,500,000 |
| 2021-04-19 | 8633 SW Marine Drive Marpole |
Exterior alterations only to repair the building envelope on this 4 storey multi family residential buildings (Group C ). Scope of work includes: rehab of internal courtyard wall surfaces, replacing existing walkway membrane on two level walkway, replacing the walkway exit stairs, replacing roof membrane at main roof, replacement of existing windows and sliding doors. OK for DB only as per City staff Renovation Windows Roofing | no contractor listed | $1,300,000 |
| 2021-04-19 | 875 Terminal Av Strathcona |
Building Permit for DP-2021-00036 Interior and exterior alterations, to temporarily change the use and major occupancy from Taxicab or Limousine Station (Group F3) to Social Service Centre- Shelter (Group A2) in this existing 1 storey building on this site. Building Review Branch Notes: This is for a temporary period expiring, March 31st, 2024 unless extended by the Director of Planning and Chief Building Official. Proposed 60 beds. Environmental Protection Notes: No soil disturbance is permitted, except that which is required for the installation or replacement of utilities. Revision #1- 2023-06-15- S.Le Add 20 beds for a total of 80 beds. Revision #2- 2026-04-24- S.Le Provide temporary permit extension until April 30th, 2027. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $850,000 |
| 2021-04-19 | 3340 Flagstaff Place Killarney |
Interior alteration to the kitchen in this existing dwelling unit 3331 Flagstaff Place. Scope of work: Remove two gas fireplace and replace with decorative electric fireplace, move range, exhaust, fridge, sink and dishwasher, new cabinet counter top, backsplash, island, fridge and lighting. Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical | Northco Contracting Inc | $60,000 |
| 2021-04-19 | 736 Granville St Downtown |
Interior alterations to convert a rear portion of existing Retail Store tenant space at 734 Granville St into a bike storage room for 16 bikes for the building tenants in this existing Municipally designated Heritage commercial building that is on the Vancouver Heritage Register (A). Scope of work includes removing two existing washrooms and adding two three-piece washrooms with a shower stall. No exterior alterations proposed. Note: Permit is issued under VBBL 2019 and issued during health pandemic of 2020-2021. Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $12,500 |
| 2021-04-19 | 219 E 51ST Av Sunset |
Case File CF-2020-016091 - Exterior alterations to provide improvements to the overhang at the front (south) elevation of this existing one family dwelling building on this site. OK for Field Review per City staff. Notes: ~ three (3) replacement trees required as per City staff. ~ Energy Upgrade: Project type Exempt. Renovation | no contractor listed | $7,500 |
| 2021-04-19 | 436 E 55TH Av Sunset |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2021-01541 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] Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2021-04-19 | 6162 Fleming St Victoria-Fraserview |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2021-01193 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Harvey Wong Kinetic OHS [contact removed] Demolition | Nihal Construction Ltd. | — |