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Vancouver building permits, week of 21 August 2023
The City of Vancouver issued 91 building permits between 21 and 27 August 2023, worth $62.9M in all. Renovation led with 50 permits, then demolition with 25 and new build with 14. Downtown and Dunbar-Southlands were the busiest neighbourhoods.
Permits by trade
| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 50 | |
| Demolition | 25 | |
| New build | 14 | |
| Commercial | 1 | |
| Solar | 1 |
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All 91 permits
| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-25 | 3585 Sawmill Crescent Killarney |
To construct a new 2 storey River District Energy Center on this site. The building is constructed with combustible construction as allowed per Article 3.2.2.79 of the VBBL, and the roof and its support is of heavy timber construction as permitted by Article 3.2.2.16 of the VBBL. The building consists of mechanical rooms for the new natural gas fueled and electrical boilers, emergency generator, control rooms, storages, and washrooms. Note: This site ( 19.2, 3585 Sawmill Crescent) contains secant pipe cut-off wall that protects the adjacent site (19.1, 3565 Sawmill Crescent). A Secant pile easement agreement shall be fully registered against title to new Parcel 19.2, for the benefit of new Parcel 19.1. prior to the earlier of: (i) issuance of a Stage 1 building permit for the development to be located on Parcel 19.1; or (ii) issuance of an Occupancy permit for the development to be located on Parcel 19.2 (the River District Energy Centre). See letter by Wesgroup dated Apr.11, 2023 in Documents. 25-Aug-2023 - Full Permit issued. New build Roofing HVAC Electrical Commercial | Scott Special Projects Ltd | $22,915,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 4181 W 10TH Av West Point Grey |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one-family dwelling ($1,009,275) with a detached accessory building (garage), at the rear providing 3 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-2023-01235 is completed. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law. 1- Rev#2: External mechanical unit proposed (3x heat pumps in rear yard) New build Demolition | Feature Projects Ltd | $1,009,275 |
| 2023-08-25 | 1055 Canada Place Downtown |
Scope of work is interior/exterior alterations and a change of use from a retail store (E) to a limited retail food (E - Starbucks) in Unit #20 on the ground floor of this existing 6-storey mixed-use commercial building. Notes: 1. Exterior alterations, the removal of the existing tenancy doors to be replaced with the take-out window and canopy cleared by Planner Michele Alborg 2. Class-5 Cooking operation 3. Occupant load within tenant is limited to staff only. 4. Permit reviewed and approved to VBBL (2019) Revision #1 (P Volpi Sept. 18/24): 1. Add staff entry/exit door on exterior elevation between pick up windows (previous tenant had a door also). 2. Reinstate fire pull at new door and exit signage to suit. 3. Adjust front line casework for addition of door. 4. Add low graphic film on glazing where grade is below floor to obscure view below waistlines for privacy. 5. Adjust furniture/casework layout in "Partner Area" for improved sightlines at glazing. 6. Relocate door between front and back house areas for improved sightlines at exterior glazing. Renovation Windows Electrical Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $595,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 6150 Glendalough Place Dunbar-Southlands |
Exterior alterations to install a 6'-deep 39' x 12' exterior pool and hot tub to this existing one family dwelling on this site at the deck level. No diving board is proposed. Mechanical room is located below the deck at the basement level. Note: This application is for the pool and hot tub related items only. Refer to previous BP's and DP for all other changes to the interior/exterior. Pool to be fully fenced/enclosed and all gates and doors are to be equipped with locks and self-closing devices as per the bulletin 2003-013-BU. Note to DBI: Please arrange for electrical inspector to attend the field review. Renovation Deck Pool or hot tub Electrical | Tavan Developments Ltd | $200,800 |
| 2023-08-25 | 4039 W 11TH Av West Point Grey |
To construct a 1 storey laneway house building ($174,712.5) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 1 storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB589547 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted New build Secondary suite | Blue Planet Home Ltd | $174,712 |
| 2023-08-25 | 355 Burrard St Downtown |
#1720 - 17th Floor Interior alterations to provide tenant improvement to an existing general office on the 17th floor (#1720) of this Municipally Designated Heritage 'A' commercial building on this site. Scope of Work: Demolish existing offices for new layout, remove millwork, flooring, kitchen update, electrical and sprinkler work to suit. Building Sprinklered – Separate sprinkler permit required for proposed sprinkler work. Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit (BP) application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trades permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing). Renovation Demolition HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $150,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 990 Beach Av Downtown |
#601 Interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing unit (601) in this multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work includes proposed bathrooms, kitchen, and electrical updates Ok for DTI as per City staff Renovation Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $110,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 8240 Fraser St Sunset |
Interior alterations only to upgrade the existing fire separation between the existing tenants, and to demolish non structural partitions and to provide a new steel racking system to 8 feet in height in the existing warehouse space for a new Storage Warehouse use with ancillary Office and Retail at 8250 Fraser Street at this existing Industrial Building. Renovation Demolition Commercial | BLT Limited Partnership | $87,500 |
| 2023-08-25 | 4388 W 11TH Av West Point Grey |
Exterior and interior alterations to convert the crawlspace to the basement (Approx. 535 SF) of this Single Detached House with an detached 2 car garage on this inside with lane site. Scope of work: Slab lowering. Remove walls, add new foundation, slab, windows and new walls for a new study Area, Mech. Room, Flex Room, Storage, and Rec. Room. Renovation Basement Windows | CE Miles Construction Ltd | $75,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 2633 Nootka St Renfrew-Collingwood |
Building permit for DP-2023-00271 Interior alterations to reconfigure a portion of the parking layout on level P2 and P3 of this existing commercial building on the site. Revision #1: To delete previous scope of work proposed at P2 level and to relocate the new chain link fence line and drive isle from gridline 16 to gridline 18 at P3 level. OK for Field Review as per City staff Renovation Commercial | Matra Construction Inc | $64,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 1190 Melville St Downtown |
Interior alterations to demise this existing Health Care Office (1192 Melville St) into two units on the ground floor of this existing commercial building on this site. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $60,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 2055 Pendrell St West End |
Interior alterations to renovate this unit #402 on the 4th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OKAY FOR DTI AS PER City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $50,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 1166 W 11TH Av Fairview |
#204 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #204 on the second floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for Field Review per City staff include L2 - HVAC - Install timers (up to 60 minute), or humidistat for washroom fan(s) Renovation HVAC Plumbing | no contractor listed | $22,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 520 W 6TH Av Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing office tenant (Vancouver Coastal Health) on the ground floor of this existing commercial use building on this site. Scope of work includes installing a door with electrical strike Ok for Field Review as per City staffns as shown in plans only. Any unauthorized work on this site, existing or otherwise, is neither recognized nor approved and may be subject to enforcement action. Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trade’s permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing). Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Oxford Construction Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | 8780 Fremlin St Marpole |
Exterior and interior alterations for fire damage repairs to this existing Dwelling unit #4 on the ground floor of this existing Multiple Dwelling building on this site. The scope includes to replace two windows to match existing. OK to process as DTI as per City staff Renovation Windows | Conway Renovation Ltd | $7,500 |
| 2023-08-25 | 1650 Avondale Av Shaughnessy |
Salvage and abatement permit only for BP-2023-02359 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad- Kinetic OHS Services Ltd Demolition | Octiscapes Site Services Ltd | — |
| 2023-08-25 | 944 E 13TH Av Mount Pleasant |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02447 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Peter R. Van Bakel - BCQP Environmental Inc Demolition | SOURCE ONE EXCAVATING LTD | — |
| 2023-08-24 | 855 Granville St Downtown |
To provide a tenant fit out for this shell space created by BP-2020-00015 for a Hall at the basement level, Restaurant Class-1 on the ground floor and recreational uses on the ground and 2nd floor in this municipally designated Heritage B and listed Heritage C two storey single tenant commercial building. To be reviewed under the 2019 VBBL Revision #1 - changes to interior layout including new kitchen and bar in basement and a fire shutter at the bottom of stair B - accepted June 27/24 Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $12,100,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 4420 Puget Drive Arbutus Ridge |
Interior and exterior alterations to provide improvements to this existing Single Detached House Work to be done include: - Provide new windows and replace windows - Install a new heat pump Basement floor: - Interior wall alteration - Remove the existing fireplace - Remove and replace the existing patio stairs with a new patio area - New staircase to the existing patio area - Replace the garage door - Replace windows and doors - New storage under under the stairs Main floor: - Remove the existing deck on Northeast - Relocate the powder room - Renovate the kitchen area Upper floor: - Interior alteration - Re & Re Bathrooms - New bathroom and Remove 2 powder rooms - Remove the existing deck on Northeast - Remove the foyer existing skylight and install a new one Roof: - Replace existing handrails - Remove the existing chimney on the Northwest elevation - New roof deck tiles - Replace a portion of the existing skylight with new metal roof Renovation Windows Roofing HVAC Plumbing | Kentwood Homes Ltd | $790,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 423 E 19TH Av Riley Park |
To construct a 2.5 storey two-family dwelling ($676,545.00) with a detached accessory building (2 parking spaces garage), having vehicular access from the lane. 1.\tEntire building to be sprinklered 13D 2.\tHeat Pump proposed – Exterior component located in front & rear yard, Interior component located in 1/2 storey New build | LS Developments Ltd | $676,545 |
| 2023-08-24 | 2450 E 53RD Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey Single Detached House with one secondary suite located in the Basement ($616,222.50) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the rear 20' Lane. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB430540 2.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in rear yard, Interior component located in second floor 3.\tBar sink located in basement New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $616,222 |
| 2023-08-24 | 2450 E 53RD Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($224,797.50) with an attached garage and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the rear 20' Lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. Address has been assigned per the approved plans as the fire/emergency access to the laneway house is from the East side. This access must be provided & maintained at all times in accordance with the Building By-law. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB430540 3.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 4.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Cam Frank Construction Ltd | $224,798 |
| 2023-08-24 | 450 E Cordova St Strathcona |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements by adding a heat pump on the roof and five(5) interior ceiling mounted units in this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DB per City staffy 10/23 Renovation Roofing HVAC | no contractor listed | $117,972 |
| 2023-08-24 | 321 Water St Downtown |
#504 - 5th floor Interior alterations to provide improvements for a new office tenant on the 5th floor (#504) of this existing commercial building of this site. Scope of work: remove a small partition wall, construct a new partition wall, glazed partition wall, doors to modify layout, millwork, lighting, finishes. Electrical and sprinklers to suit. TENANT: Coastal Nations Fisheries Renovation Electrical Commercial | Epic Spaces Inc | $65,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 1255 Main St Downtown |
#504 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #504 on the 5th floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | Schedio Spaces Inc | $50,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 4014 W 16TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Exterior repair work to the front stairs of this existing one family dwelling on this site. Ok for DTI as per City staff Renovation | Kerr Construction Inc | $30,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 1005 Jervis St West End |
UNIT 703-7TH FLOOR Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #703 on the 7th floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OKAY FOR DTI BY J. ZHANG Renovation | no contractor listed | $30,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 7788 Main St Sunset |
Interior alterations and a change of use from single detached house to single detached house with secondary suite with one parking space in the detached garage with vehicular access from the street. Scope of work: - Install new utility room, new A/C, removed stair case to lower fl. This is not a sprinklered building Note: - No strata-titling will be permitted. - An annual Vancouver Business License must be obtained prior to the rental of this approved one-family dwelling and/or secondary suite on this site. - 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 9.10.19.3 - Install Carbon Monoxide Alarm as per Building By-Law 9.32.4.2 Upgrade work under Part 11 (based on value of work – energuide related Part 11.2.1.4.) - Ceiling height to be a min. 6ft 6" over 80% of the suite area and all exit routes - Dedicated 3'-0" wide firefighting access path with overhead clearance of 2m to be maintained at all times All unsafe guards and handrails to be upgraded to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official. Renovation Secondary suite Garage or shed | no contractor listed | $19,200 |
| 2023-08-24 | 3540 W 41ST Av Dunbar-Southlands |
3526 W 41st Avenue Interior alterations to units #3526 to fill in the original demising wall between (#3526 & 3522) and create 2 units from this existing commercial unit. Ok for Field Review as per City staffers, shelving, display cases or similar elements are to be installed on or directly outside or inside of the approved glazing frontages and windows so that the interior of the premises is visible at all times from the sidewalk. Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trades permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing). It is the applicant's responsibility to identify and note all required upgrades on their BP drawings at BP stage. Separate permit(s) will be required for future tenant improvements. *Use will remain retail (application says office) Renovation Windows HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Altek Construction Ltd | $16,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 4181 W 10TH Av West Point Grey |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – Octiscapes Site Services. [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 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Octiscapes Site Services Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 3157 W 34TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
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 – Finest Construction & Renovation Ltd [contact removed] Demolition | Finest Construction & Renovation Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 423 E 19TH Av Riley Park |
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] ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 2450 E 53RD Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – Trust Excavation & Demolition (Parm Dhaliwal) [contact removed] Demolition | no contractor listed | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 1876 E 50TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
Interior alterations of this existing one-storey with the basement. Scope of work: Removing the cabinet, stove, and hood. OK for field review as per City staff: - Bar sink only. No overhead cupboards. Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2023-08-24 | 3204 E 6TH Av Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02721 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Peter R. Van Bakel of BCQP Environmental Inc. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | — |
| 2023-08-24 | 3450 Tanner St Renfrew-Collingwood |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02574 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Jereld Salazar of EMTEC Environmental, Health & Safety Inc. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | — |
| 2023-08-24 | 3674 Oxford St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02761 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Enjaz Environmental Consulting ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Bison Excavation & Demolition | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 1973 E 49TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a four-storey mixed use building with retail on the ground floor and residential on the second to fourth floor, for a total of 26 dwelling units, all over two levels of underground having vehicular access from lane. STAGED CONSTRUCTION Stage I (excavation/shoring) issued August 23/ 2023. New build Commercial | no contractor listed | $10,428,600 |
| 2023-08-23 | 3255 W 48TH Av Kerrisdale |
******************PART 5*************** To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling ($1,399,335.00) with an attached garage providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the street. Note: This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2023-00282 is completed. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1- Bar/Sink proposed in 2- External Mechanical unit proposed New build Demolition | Apple Barn Investments Ltd | $1,399,335 |
| 2023-08-23 | 1030 Robson St West End |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide tenant improvements and change the use from Retail store to Retail Store in conjunction with Beauty and Wellness Center on the ground floor of this existing 2-storey commercial building. Scope of works: Remove existing interior walls and washroom and add new 2 universal and unisex washrooms, 4 New spa rooms with the consultation with lounge area, and Staff room. 2 new exterior windows with new exterior cladding, and one existing entrance double door replaced to two double doors. Existing tenant: Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics OK for field review as per City staffdi (POD), May 16, 2023 OK for change with use as per City staff(POD), May 16, 2023 Note: - DBI to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required Renovation Windows Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $575,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 3185 Garden Drive Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 1 storey laneway house building ($500,000.00) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: Bldg 1 (principal bldg) addressed #1-3185 Garden Dr retained on site. 1.\tCovenant not required with existing house 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C Unit proposed 4.\tEntire building to be sprinklered 13D New build Secondary suite | Smallworks Studio and Laneway Housing Inc | $500,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 181 E 32ND Av Riley Park |
Tenant improvement to this existing commercial space to change the use from retail to health care office. Scope of work includes: 1) New drywall 2) Mechanical work 3) Electrical work 4) New interior finishes Renovation HVAC Electrical Commercial | Atlas Construction Ltd | $400,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 555 W Hastings St Downtown |
#2700 - 27th floor (full floor tenant) Interior alterations to provide improvements for a new office tenant in #2700 in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: remove/construct partition walls, doors, finishes, power, voice and data, electrical and plumbing work. TENANT: National Research Council OK for Field Review per City staffith your Building Permit (BP) application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trades permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing). Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Reotech Construction Ltd | $250,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 1639 E 56TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($229,282.50) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law Note: Bldg 1 (principal bldg) addressed #1 & #2-1639 E 56th Av retained on site. 1.\tCovenant not required with existing house 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C Unit proposed 4.\tEntire building to be sprinklered 13D New build Secondary suite | Lamai Homes Ltd | $229,282 |
| 2023-08-23 | 143 Dunlevy Av Strathcona |
#202, 302, 204, 304 - 143 Dunlevy Street Interior and Exterior alterations to repair fire damaged sleeping units in this existing SRA building. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $100,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 3309 Dunbar St Dunbar-Southlands |
2nd floor Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements and to change the use of approximately 1527sf from office to school arts - self improvement on the second floor of this existing mixed use building. This building is NOT sprinklered. Ok for field review per City staffmitted - Stephen Jordan 7/25/2023 Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $60,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 1185 Robson St West End |
Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements for the new Retail tenant in this existing commercial building. Scope of work includes new interior non-bearing partition walls and millwork for front of house retail and rear employee area. Electrical, mechanical, lighting and finishes. New Tenant: Mister Artisan Ice Cream 3 Ok for Field Review as Per City staff Renovation Electrical Commercial | Elevation Ventures Inc | $35,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 1455 Quebec St Downtown |
Special Event: To erect and install 7 - 10' x 20', 7 - 20' x 20', 2 - 30' x 45' and 1 - 20' x 30' tents for the festival of India for a limited period of time expiring August 27th,2023. Commercial | no contractor listed | $22,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 3255 W 48TH Av Kerrisdale |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – PTL 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 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | PTL Contracting Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 2770 Burrard St Fairview |
To alter the interior of this dwelling unit on the 2nd floor of this existing multiple dwelling building to renovate the bathroom and kitchen areas. Scope of work includes: Replacement of bathroom fixtures, raising closet header, and new drywall in the bathroom and kitchen. Related to : EP-2023-06093 Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $10,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 2433 Spruce St Fairview |
Interior alterations to remove existing partition walls and provide improvements by adding curtains only for a new Beauty and Wellness Centre tenant at 1118 W 8th Av in this existing commercial building on this site. OK for field review as per City staff. A new Development Permit (DP) may be required if adding walls with or without door to create enclosed room(s) is proposed during the revision of this Building Permit application or in the future. Note: No translucent or opaque film, artwork, posters, shelving, display case, curtains or similar elements are to be installed on or directly outside or inside of the approved glazing frontages and windows. Renovation Windows Commercial | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2023-08-23 | 1333 Hornby St Downtown |
Interior alterations to install partition walls for a new Retail Store tenant in this existing mixed-use (commercial/residential) building on this site. Partition walls and shelving units not to exceed 6 feet in height. OK for SIPS as per City staff: 1. Development Permit is not required in this existing Retail Store space for a new Retail Store tenant as per City staff. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $4,500 |
| 2023-08-23 | 3822 W Broadway West Point Grey |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-02403 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd (Ramin hamidnejad) Demolition permit: BP-2023-02786 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Octiscapes Site Services Ltd | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 5718 Killarney St Killarney |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-02387 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd (Ramin Hamidnejad) Demolition permit: DB-2023-02604 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | AKAL DEMOLITION & EXCAVATING LTD | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 2659 W 33RD Av Arbutus Ridge |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-02199 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Pacific Ark Environmental Consulting Ltd (Xiaoqiang (David) Yang) Demolition permit: BP-2023-02470 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Apollo Excavating & Civil Works Ltd. | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 1259 Renfrew St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02425 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: MCA Environmental Consulting Inc. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | BigCity Excavation Ltd | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 243 W 48TH Av Oakridge |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02166 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Pacific Ark Environmental Consulting Ltd. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 2920 Grant St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02157 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Pacific Ark Environmental Consulting Ltd. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 129 E King Edward Av Riley Park |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-02275 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd (Ramin Hamidnejad) Demolition permit: BP-2023-02584 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | AKAL DEMOLITION & EXCAVATING LTD | — |
| 2023-08-23 | 186 W 22ND Av Riley Park |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-01362 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd (Ramin Hamidnejad) Demolition permit: DB-2023-01502 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Octiscapes Site Services Ltd | — |
| 2023-08-22 | 3231 Coleridge Av Killarney |
To construct a 2 storey one-family dwelling with a secondary suite located in the Basement ($822,657.50) 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 CB183705 2.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in rear yard, Interior component located in second floor 3.\tBar sink located in basement. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $822,658 |
| 2023-08-22 | 245 E Hastings St Strathcona |
Building Permit for DP-2022-00526. To perform interior and exterior alterations and to change the occupancy from personal services (D) on the first floor and a dwelling (C) on the second floor to a Social Services Centre/community kitchen (D 3.1.2.6) on the first floor and part of the second floor and a caretaker suite (C) at the rear of the second floor, in this existing building on this site. Class 1 cooking proposed. 2019 VBBL. Scope of work includes voluntary sprinklering of the building to NFPA 13 and a fire alarm. Note: VCH stamped plans and memo included w/ application documents. Revision 1 - to provide an updated ceiling assembly between the main and second floor Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 161 E 4TH Av Mount Pleasant |
#401 - 4th floor (#450 & #401 combining) Interior alterations to the 4th floor to expand unit #401 into #450 (retaining #401) and to provide a first tenant improvement to the expanded shell area in this existing commercial building. Scope of work: remove a demising wall and complete tenant fit-out to shell space for new office tenant. TENANT: Canadian Forest Products Ltd. Renovation Commercial | Aura Office Environments Inc | $489,060 |
| 2023-08-22 | 1214 Commercial Drive Grandview-Woodland |
Minor Renovation Interior and exterior alterations to reconfigure the layout of the existing theater on the first floor of this existing 2-storey Restaurant- Class 1 (A2) in conjunction with theatre (A1) building with ancillary office use on the second floor on this site. The scope of work also includes changes to seating layout and bar counter of the restaurant. Exterior alteration is to install new RTU's and skylights. Notes: 1. No work is proposed to the cooking operation, cooking equipment, or the existing commercial cooking ventilation system 2. Occupant load (interior, exterior seats, and staff) is 220 person 3. Permit is reviewed for conformance with VBBL 2019 Revision 1 October 17, 2023 1- Entrance landing of the theater and H/C washroom layouts are modified 2- Showing 2nd floor is separated with 2hr fire separation from the first floor floor 3- Drawing and data sheet are corrected for the building not having Fire Alarm system 4- Insulation type in assembly W01 is modified Renovation HVAC Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $396,750 |
| 2023-08-22 | 3593 W 23RD Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Interior alterations to change the use from Single Detached House to Single Detached House with Secondary Suite and renovate the entire house. Renovation Secondary suite | Everbright Construction Inc | $220,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 5701 Granville St Kerrisdale |
Interior alterations to change the use from General Office to Presentation Centre (similar to Office uses) ) including a display kitchen, and bathroom and provide improvements to combine units #106 &107 on the ground floor at this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work includes: Re-new existing displayed area. Related to DP-2023-00481 Sprinklered Tenant: Stanton Development (Willow) Ltd. Renovation Plumbing Commercial | GWI Development LTD | $200,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 3231 Coleridge Av Killarney |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($190,247.50) with 1 open parking pad having vehicular access from the rear 20' Lane. Note: The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB183705 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C Unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Empire West Construction Ltd | $190,248 |
| 2023-08-22 | 2691 E 49TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
#221 - 2691 E 49th Avenue Repairs to the fire damaged unit #221 - 2691 E 49th Avenue Related to Case File CF-2022-008620 replacement of interior finishes and fittings (drywall; insulation, interior doors,cabinetry, flooring, appliances) Exterior work : replaement of a number of windows same size and quantity damaged from fire *No changes to layout or configuration of dwelling* Renovation | no contractor listed | $150,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 388 Drake St Downtown |
#1803 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #1803 on the 18th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $128,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 650 W Georgia St Downtown |
#1595 - 15th Floor (expanding to #1510) Interior alterations on the 15th floor for a new office tenant to expand a portion into unit #1510 and provide tenant improvements in this existing commercial Building. Scope of work: Demo select partition walls, doors/frames. Remove all ceiling tiles and flooring. Construct interior walls for new private offices, new paint, flooring, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work TENANT: SITTINGS Realty Ltd Building Sprinklered – Separate sprinkler permit required for proposed sprinkler work. Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit (BP) application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trades permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing). Renovation Demolition HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | TotalPlan Inc | $107,230 |
| 2023-08-22 | 919 Granville St Downtown |
Interior and exterior alterations and change of major occupancy to existing retail store to provide tenant improvement for a new Restaurant (Group D per City staff.1.2.6 - pizza & ice cream) on the ground floor of this existing commercial (Heritage B) building on this site. Scope of work includes: - Interior alterations to add a kitchen and ventless pizza oven, ventless hood, electric fryer, and electric griddles. - Provide new fire extinguishing system in the unit. - Exterior alterations to provide new storefront, relocate front entry door, provide new exhaust louver above entry awning and provide an outdoor condensing unit (wall mounted) at rear parking area. Proposed occupant load = 13 persons (4 staff + 6 interior seats + 3 standing) ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN REVIEWED & ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 ******** Building Review Branch Notes: Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $85,700 |
| 2023-08-22 | 2015 Haro St West End |
#102 Interior alterations to renovate this dwelling unit #102 on the ground floor of this Multiple Dwelling building on this site. REVISION#1: To replace all exterior windows in their existing openings. Increase in project cost to $$80,000.00 (from $50,000.00) May 29, 2024 (EV) OK to process as DTI as per City staff Renovation Windows | applicant withheld (individual) | $80,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 2949 W 15TH Av Kitsilano |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements and change the use to a Single Detached House with Secondary Suite building on the site. Add washer /dryer on main floor Add ensuite bathroom to main floor master bedroom Scope of work: new doors and walls, electrical, and plumbing. Headroom: May be reduced to 1950 mm over 80% of the suite area and all egress routes. The minimum clear height under the remaining suite floor area shall be not less than 1 850 mm, except public corridors and exits which shall be not less than 2 000 mm ---- Renovation Secondary suite Windows Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $45,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 3231 Coleridge Av Killarney |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – JB Site Works Inc. (Jas Brar) [contact removed] ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | no contractor listed | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 1605 Manitoba St Mount Pleasant |
#201 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #201 on the second floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | 1058173 B.C. LTD. | $15,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 604 W Broadway Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide improvements for Health Enhancement Tenant at 604 W Broadway in this existing commercial building. Scope of work includes adding separated rooms, removing unauthorized walls and restoring existing accessible washroom. OK for field review as per City staff815 Notes: - This building is sprinklered. DBI to confirm if a sprinkler permit is required. Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $5,000 |
| 2023-08-22 | 377 Penticton St Hastings-Sunrise |
S&A Permit. Building Permit for BP-2023-00378 To demolish this existing one-storey commercial building to grade only on this site. Revision #1 to change the QP from Harvey Won of Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. to Emma Gibson from Enviro-Vac Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-08-22 | 3468 Ontario St Riley Park |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-02079 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: BCQP Consultants (Peter R. Van Bakel) Demolition permit: BP-2023-02526 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Khela Excavating Ltd. | — |
| 2023-08-22 | 2740 Napier St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-01944 and to be completed under the supervision of Qualified Professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad CRSP of Kinetic OHS Services Ltd ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | AKAL DEMOLITION & EXCAVATING LTD | — |
| 2023-08-22 | 1161 E 11TH Av Mount Pleasant |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-01998 and to be completed under the supervision of Qualified Professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad CRSP of Kinetic OHS Services Ltd ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-08-22 | 2111 E 46TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-01780 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Peter R. Van Bakel of BCQP Consultants ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Metro Contracting Ltd | — |
| 2023-08-21 | 2850 W 3RD Av Kitsilano |
Restoration, rehabilitation, and conversion of the existing heritage Pierce House from a single-family dwelling (C) with a detached garage to a Group Residence (C). The Group Residence will house up to 5 persons in accordance with the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-Law. The Group Residence will be considered to be a dwelling unit with 5 sleeping rooms. To be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. A fire alarm is required as per City staff.4.2.1. 2019 VBBL stage 1 - full construction - accepted Aug.21/23 Rev# 1 - (July 31, 2026) - Changes to the following: 1. Remove existing exterior wood siding and replace with noncombustible cementitious wood siding, treated vertical wood strapping and vapour permeable air & moisture barrier. 2. Remove the existing front entrance gazebo. Renovation Garage or shed Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $1,463,000 |
| 2023-08-21 | 6141 Alma St Dunbar-Southlands |
To construct a 2.5 storey duplex with two secondary suites located in the Basement ($1,281,675.00) with a detached accessory building (garage) and 2 open parking at the rear providing a total of 4 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB471517 2.\tFlood Plain Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CA8421675. 3.\tExternal Mechanical Units Proposed – Exterior components located in rear yard, Interior component located in partial storey closets. 4.\tBar sink not proposed. New build Secondary suite | Royal Casa Construction Ltd | $1,281,675 |
| 2023-08-21 | 2061 W 58TH Av Kerrisdale |
To construct a two-storey two-family dwelling with two lock units ($962,725.00) 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 CB618385 2. No strata titling permitted 3. HEAT PUMP units proposed 4. Bar sinks proposed New build | Vantac Management Ltd | $962,725 |
| 2023-08-21 | 4402 Dunbar St Dunbar-Southlands |
4480 Dunbar St Exterior and interior alterations and a change of use from Retail (shell) to Financial Institution at unit 4480 Dunbar St on the ground floor of this mixed-use building on this site. OK for DB per City staff Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $800,000 |
| 2023-08-21 | 957 Nicola St West End |
To perform interior and exterior alterations to an existing Heritage B mixed-use building, including changing the use from housekeeping units to dwelling units. Note: Existing ground floor has a group D occupancy and retained. Note: "This permit has been reviewed under the provision of Vancouver Building By-law 2019 (#12511)." Revision #1 - TJ (May 7th ,2024) Related DP-2023-00800 1. East elevation windows to be replaced 2. Sprinkler room and electrical room alterations on basement level 3. Level 1 stairs and entry door altered 4. Unprotected openings altered on south and west 5. proposed new roof dormer to the north side of existing roof 6. 3 skylights proposed to existing roof (residential suite) Revision #2 - TJ (Aug 7th, 2024) 1. Revised basement layout to add new non-load bearing wall Related to DP-2022-00310. Renovation Roofing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $345,000 |
| 2023-08-21 | to demolish this existing mixed-use building to grade on this site. re:DP-2021-00197/BP-2023-00597 Demolition to grade only All trees and landscaping to be retained in good condition. Contractor is responsible for tee protection measures. Any necessary tree removals with separate permit. Director of Planning reserves the right to request a landscape plan where necessary, subject to review. Where existing landscaping is being affected by the targeted repair the applicant will protect where possible and replace any removed/damaged landscaping to match existing. Demolition Commercial | Lalli Development (2011) Ltd | $100,000 | |
| 2023-08-21 | 4908 Cypress St Arbutus Ridge |
interior alterations to renovate this existing Single Detached House on this site. The scope includes to replace all the windows with USI 1.22 or lower. No change to size or quantity. Paint and change flooring throughout. Add 1 sink in master bath. Renovation Windows Plumbing | no contractor listed | $68,900 |
| 2023-08-21 | 3133 Cambie St Fairview |
Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements and change of use, (approximately 441.0 square feet), from Hair Salon to Health Enhancement Centre use in this existing mixed-use building on this site. related to DP-2023-00081 & DP-2023-00565 (MA) No translucent or opaque film, artwork, posters, shelving, display cases or similar elements are to be installed on or directly outside or inside of the approved glazing frontages and windows so that the interior of the premises is visible at all times from the sidewalk Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trades permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing). It is the applicant's responsibility to identify and note all required upgrades on their BP drawings at BP stage. Renovation Windows HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $35,000 |
| 2023-08-21 | 108 W 20TH Av Riley Park |
108 W 20th Avenue Exterior alterations only to provide for the installation of seventeen (17) flush mounted solar panels on the south portion of the existing gable roof at this existing Single Detached House. OK for Direct To Inspections processing as per City staff. Solar | no contractor listed | $13,807 |
| 2023-08-21 | 1721 Comox St West End |
Interior alterations to replace the existing 3-wire fire alarm system with a new single stage Fire alarm system on this existing 4 storey multiple residential (C) building. Scope of work includes: - New addressable Edwards iO FACP, installed in the main lobby on the ground floor. - New smoke detectors in the corridors, and the tops of stairs. - New heat detectors in each suite, storage room, laundry room, and in the boiler room. - New addressable manual stations installed at each fire exit. - New horn-strobes installed in corridors and suites. - New sprinkler flow alarm and tamper supervisory switches ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Building Review Branch Notes: - No elevators in this existing building. Renovation HVAC Electrical | no contractor listed | $10,000 |