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Vancouver building permits, week of 30 October 2023
The City of Vancouver issued 78 building permits between 30 October and 5 November 2023, worth $15.4M in all. Renovation led with 41 permits, then demolition with 26 and new build with 7. Downtown and Renfrew-Collingwood were the busiest neighbourhoods.
Permits by trade
| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 41 | |
| Demolition | 26 | |
| New build | 7 | |
| Addition | 1 | |
| Solar | 1 | |
| Commercial | 1 | |
| Plumbing | 1 |
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| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-03 | 2633 Nootka St Renfrew-Collingwood |
Change of Major Occupancy: Interior Alterations, combing of unit with suite #180 (DB-2022-0038), and change of major occupancy from Office (Group D) to Institution / School (Group A2) on the first floor of this existing 4-Storey commercial building (Building 3). This project is considered a Minor Renovation and a Change of Major Occupancy with no Hazard Index Increase, as per City stafftriggers F2, S3, N3, A3 apply to this project. Renovation Commercial | Humphries Construction Group Ltd | $2,530,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 2055 Columbia St Mount Pleasant |
#300 & #400 - 3rd and 4th Floor Interior alterations for first tenant improvement of this office shell on the 3rd floor and bathroom build-out only on the 4th floor (#300 & #400) in this existing mixed-use commercial building on the site. Scope of work: Complete tenant fit-out from this shell space to new office. Adding a universal/accessible washrooms on the 4th floor, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work to suit. OK For Field Review by Wayland Wong - Oct 3/23 Renovation Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Reotech Construction Ltd | $750,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 1611 Cedar Crescent Shaughnessy |
Exterior and interior alterations to add to the side and rear of the basement and main floor, add a new deck at the main floor, add a new second floor balcony for this existing two and a half storey, plus basement, one family dwelling with detached one car garage having vehicular access from Cedar Crescent on this inside double fronting site. Work to include a new pool house, drain tiles, chimney removal and renovations to the interior of the existing one-car garage for pool mechanical equipment. REVISION #1: 1) Update the proposed location of the heat pump from the balcony to the exterior north side of the main building. 2) Revise the window size in the kitchen on the west side of the main floor. 3) Remove a window in the powder room on the west side of the main floor. 4) Add a hot tub on the south-west corner of the outdoor pool. 5) Add a planter box beside the south side deck. 6) Remove the pavers by the pool shed. 7) Rear deck design alteration with no change to the dimensions. 8) New EV Charger in the garage. B.Wong - Apr 18/24 Notes: This building is not sprinklered. Renovation Basement Deck Garage or shed Pool or hot tub HVAC | Canadian Constructors International Ltd | $412,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 3294 Prince Edward St Riley Park |
HRC - Exterior alterations to provide improvements to this existing Single Detached House in this corner flanking with lane site as a response to CF-2023-000793 and the stop work notice. Scope of work includes fully recladding the building from stucco to hardie panel and vinyl siding, replacement of windows, re&re of front porch/deck Renovation Deck Windows | no contractor listed | $19,999 |
| 2023-11-03 | 818 W 10TH Av Fairview |
Suite 2100A - 910 W 10th Ave Interior renovation to suite in existing hospital building. Scope of work to include construction of two partial-height walls, installation of wall-mounted toilet plumbed into existing connection, installation of grab rails, and installation new data ports for telemetry system and sensor for automatic door opener. Ok for DTI per City staffl permits are required. Sched B Arch: Tony Gill [contact removed] Sched B Plumb: Stuart Adamson [contact removed] Sched B Elec: Patrick Krzesinski [contact removed] Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $19,500 |
| 2023-11-03 | 2920 Grant St Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demo Declaration – Van-City Excavating LTD Demolition | Van-City Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 6368 Dumfries St Victoria-Fraserview |
To demolish the existing single detached house building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demolition – 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 – Van-City Excavating Ltd. / Harpinder Jit Dhillon / [contact removed] Demolition | Van-City Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 1490 Johnston St Fairview |
To change the use of 136.0 square feet to a lounge, and a change of use from existing distillery (group F1) to Brewery (group F2) on this Granville Island site. Notes: 1) The approved beverage contain for this space shall be less than 20% by volume of water-miscible alcohol is permitted as Brewery, group F2 occupancy. 2) If beverage contain more than 20% by volume of water-miscible alcohol will be considered as Distillery and will not be permitted. A separate permit application will be required. Related to DP-2022-00970 Building Review Branch Notes: 1) Maximum Occupant load proposed is 11 seats + 4 staffs = 15 persons (inside) and 10 seats (exterior patio seating-under separate permit) = Total 25 persons 2) A permanent sign indicating the above proposed occupant load shall be posted in a conspicuous location near the suite's principal entrance. 3) Separate permit and additional washroom will be required if total occupant load exceed 25 persons. 4) Separate permit is required for outdoor patio seating. Additional washroom may be required. Note: "This permit has been reviewed under the provision of Vancouver Building By-law 2019 (#12511)." Renovation Plumbing Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $13,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 1385 W 8TH Av Fairview |
#350 - 3rd Floor Interior alterations to provide tenant improvement to a new tenant on the 3rd floor (#350) of this existing commercial building on site. Scope of work: Construct prefabricated office partitions, new bulkhead and electrical work. TENANT: Pacific Salmon Foundation Building Sprinklered – Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. 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 HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Avid Contracting Ltd | $10,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 1490 Johnston St Fairview |
To install an outdoor seating area to be used in conjunction with the Manufacturing, (Brewery-group F2 ), with ancillary Retail and Lounge use on this existing Granville Island site Manufacturing, (Brewery), use on this Granville Island site Related to DP-2023-00127 FOR OUTDOOR SEATING ONLY, interior alterations under BP-2023-01810 Building Review Branch Notes: 1) Occupant load proposed for Exterior patio seating = 10 persons 2) A permanent sign indicating the above proposed occupant load shall be posted in a conspicuous location near the suite's principal entrance. 3) Separate permit and additional washroom will be required if exterior patio occupant load exceed 10 persons. Note: "This permit has been reviewed under the provision of Vancouver Building By-law 2019 (#12511)." Renovation Plumbing Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $3,000 |
| 2023-11-03 | 5221 Clarendon St Renfrew-Collingwood |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03374 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Odin's Eye Inspections ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | SB Seaside Demolition and Excavating Ltd. | — |
| 2023-11-03 | 58 E 38TH Av Riley Park |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02641 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 Demolition | East West Excavating 2022 Ltd | — |
| 2023-11-03 | 4518 W 14TH Av West Point Grey |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02999 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Odin's Eye Inspection Demolition | Finest Construction & Renovation Ltd | — |
| 2023-11-03 | 2571 E 23RD Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Demolition | G & K Excavation and Demolition Services Ltd | — |
| 2023-11-03 | 171 W 40TH Av Riley Park |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03107 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition | J&R Excavation & Demolition Ltd. | — |
| 2023-11-03 | 347 E 20TH Av Riley Park |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03570 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd Demolition | PTL Contracting Ltd | — |
| 2023-11-03 | 3539 W 20TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03019 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. Demolition | TX Contracting Ltd | — |
| 2023-11-02 | 5595 Earles St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a two-storey two-family dwelling with two secondary suites located in the basement, with a detached accessory building (garage) and open parking pad at the rear providing 4 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-2023-02032 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 (CB766101) 2. External mechanical units proposed in rear yard New build Secondary suite Demolition | Singh Development Ltd | $1,151,402 |
| 2023-11-02 | 3531 Marshall St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 2.5 storey + basement/cellar two-family dwelling ($545,500) with an attached (garage). 1.\tA/C proposed – Exterior component located in main floor, Interior component located in basement New build | Tiberius Properties Ltd | $545,500 |
| 2023-11-02 | 3947 W King Edward Av Dunbar-Southlands |
HRC - 3947 W King Edward Exterior and interior alterations to cellar, main and second floors, to add additional floor area on the second floor by enclosing the existing deck at the rear. Exterior work limited to 2ndf floor deck area. The work includes replacement of doors, replacement and minor changes in floor layouts, and replacement of fixtures, and new electric heating system combo. 5 new plumbing fixtures. Required 2 REUP pts, providing 2 pts. 1: Attic Insulation - <R12 to R28, or >R12 to R40. 2: Ventilation and Controls - all bathroom exhaust on timers or humidistats & install smart home thermostats Renovation Basement Deck HVAC Plumbing Electrical | Cavendish Contracting Ltd | $400,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 670 Seymour St Downtown |
#110 - 668 Seymour Street Interior alterations to change the use from School to Church in this existing commercial building. This building is sprinklered. Related to DP-2023-00303 Scope of work includes: 1) Addition of new partition walls, doors, interior glazing & interior finishes including flooring and millwork. 2) New Electrical & plumbing fixtures 3) HVAC alterations to suite new layout Renovation HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | Alabaster Construction GP Ltd | $300,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 103 E Hastings St Downtown |
Exterior and interior alterations for building envelope and structural repairs to this existing mixed use building on this site. The scope includes building envelope repair to the upper and lower roof and north elevations with cladding and window replacements structural repairs to lower roof framing and supporting columns. Ok for Field Review as per City staff.5’ parapet with a removable fence or guardrail attached can be supported Rev #1 - Structural as built plan submitted (not digitally sealed) - To provide wet sealed for Structural plan on site Renovation Windows Roofing Commercial | no contractor listed | $250,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 744 E Hastings St Strathcona |
To change the use of the commercial unit (742 E Hastings St, main floor and basement, approx.. 5900 square feet) in this existing 3-storey commercial/residential building from Repair Shop with ancillary Beauty Salon/ coin laundry (F2) to Printing and Publishing (F2), and to alter the interior to provide tenant improvements. Scope of work includes: relocation of the inter-connecting stairs between the basement and main floor, removal of portions of the ground floor to create open-to-below areas. To be reviewed under the 2019 VBBL. Revision #1 - to change the structural consultant from T El-Amory to A Wang and the Geotech consultant from P Young to A Wang Revision #2 - changes to layout at front interior stair Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $207,800 |
| 2023-11-02 | 900 Howe St Downtown |
#310 - 3rd Floor Interior alterations to provide tenant improvement to this existing general office on the 3rd floor (#310) of this existing commercial building on site. Scope of work: Demolish office partitions including the reception desk, flooring and millwork to create an open space. New partition for boardroom, new kitchen millwork, new tile/carpet flooring, electrical and plumbing work. Building Sprinklered – Building inspector to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. 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 | RSP Construction Group Ltd | $60,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 1850 E 2ND Av Grandview-Woodland |
Exterior and interior alterations to change the use from Single Detached House to Single Detached House with Secondary Suite in the basement of this existing building on this site. Upgrading for suite as per Special Inspection No. IA-2023-00048. 1 off-street parking space provided. No strata-titling will be permitted. An annual Vancouver business license must be obtained prior to rental of either the principal dwelling unit or secondary suite. Install interconnected, hardwired, 120 volt smoke alarms with battery back-up and silencing feature, in each sleeping unit and in hallways serving sleeping units on each storey as per Building Bylaw 9.10.19. Install Carbon Monoxide Alarm as per Building By-Law 9.32.4.2. Renovation Basement Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $30,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 3531 Marshall St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. 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 – Vancouver Excavating and Contracting LTD - Jay Warnick Demolition | Vancouver Excavating and Contracting Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 5595 Earles St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Green Demolition Conditions Apply 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Demolition | GNA Contracting Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 3206 Kitchener St Hastings-Sunrise |
Exterior alterations to add a side entrance in the basement at this existing Single Detached House with LWH on this site as per Board of Variance Appeal Z36069 dated September 26, 2023 thereby relaxing side door requirements. Related to CF-2022-009619 - No strata-titling will be permitted. - An annual Vancouver Business License must be obtained prior to the short term rental of this approved one-family dwelling with LWH. Renovation Basement | no contractor listed | $1,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | 433 Lakewood Drive Grandview-Woodland |
This permit is for Salvage and Abatement work only to this existing one (1) storey Commercial Building; to be completed under the supervision of a Qualified Professional. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad - Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition Permit: BP-2023-02214 Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-11-02 | 433 Lakewood Drive Grandview-Woodland |
This permit is for Salvage and Abatement work only to this existing one (1) storey Commercial Building; to be completed under the supervision of a Qualified Professional. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad - Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition Permit: BP-2023-02212 Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-11-01 | 818 Thurlow St West End |
Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements to this existing retail space (two storeys) in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work to include: new walls, fitting rooms, shelving, finishes, and complementary coffee station Ok for field review as per City staff Renovation Commercial | Gerry Enns Contracting Ltd | $1,200,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 2626 W 41ST Av Kerrisdale |
To construct a two-storey two-family dwelling ($777,275), 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. External mechanical unit proposed New build | applicant withheld (individual) | $777,275 |
| 2023-11-01 | 737 Keefer St Strathcona |
Interior and Exterior alterations to this single detached house Scope of work is to repair fire damage to interior, cladding and window replacement on the east elevation, replace skylights, new window on south elevation, new sliding doors on north elevation, replace roof and addition of one plumbing fixture Revision #1: Increase in scope to add air handling unit in attic in order to meet energy requirements. Attic located above highest storey with no access other than a hatch. Reverted some proposed work to match record drawings. Project Value 500,000 -> 504,500 REUP submitted by Allen Joshua Selva Rabi Renovation Windows Roofing Plumbing | no contractor listed | $504,500 |
| 2023-11-01 | 401 Burrard St Downtown |
Exterior and interior alterations to replace a front entrance door with a revolving door and hardware on seven exterior doors at this commercial building on this site. OK for DB per City staff Renovation Commercial | Oxford Construction Ltd | $478,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 2434 E Hastings St Hastings-Sunrise |
Exterior and interior alterations to this existing Retail - Limited Food service (Maximum 16 seats) in this existing commercial building. Scope of work includes new walls, plumbing, washrooms and office. New Tenant: Breka Bakery OK for Field Review as per City staffsed location of the roof top units supported by Planning -Mahdi on June 09, 2023 Notes: Renovation Roofing Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $250,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 2320 W 40TH Av Arbutus Ridge |
Interior alterations to this Dwelling Unit #214 on the 2nd floor of this existing Multiple Dwelling building. OK to process as DTI as per City staff Renovation | Square One Contracting | $160,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 1050 W Pender St Downtown |
#1450 - 14th Floor Interior alterations to provide improvement for this existing General Office tenant on the 14th floor (#1450) in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: Construct new office partitions/glass, new lunchroom millwork, flooring, new paint. Relocate the sink, faucet, dishwasher, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler work. 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 HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | TotalPlan Inc | $150,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 28 Powell St Downtown |
Unit #601- Minor Vertical Addition and Minor Renovation Rehabilitation of the building by way of interior alterations and minor vertical addition of the residential unit # 601 on the 6th floor to reconfigure the upper floor of this existing dwelling unit in this municipally designated heritage mixed use 7-storey building that is on the Vancouver Heritage register (M) on this site. Scope of works includes changes to mezzanine stairs from the main floor. Note: “1) rehabilitation of the building by way of interior alterations and minor vertical addition on the residential unit # 601 on the 6th floor. The alterations described under item no. 1 above, authorized by the combined Development and Building Permit Number DB-2022-05165, including conditions and plans forming part thereof, are approved under the Heritage By-law and this combined Development and Building Permit also constitutes a Heritage Alteration Permit.” 2) Reviewed for conformance to VBBL 2019 Addition Renovation | Stokk Construction Corporation | $122,900 |
| 2023-11-01 | 21 Water St Downtown |
1 Water Street Exterior alterations to this Municipally Designated Heritage C commercial building at this site to change the existing exterior glazing panel on the South Elevation to be an accessible doorway as per item #1 below: “1) rehabilitation by way of converting one existing window opening to accommodate a new, accessible recessed entrance, with exterior door assembly, along Water Street. The alterations described under item no. 1 above, authorized by the combined Development and Building Permit Number DB-2023-03435, including conditions and plans forming part thereof, are approved under the Heritage By-law and this combined Development and Building Permit also constitutes a Heritage Alteration Permit.” Furthermore, Heritage staff have the following Conditions of Approval: 1. Design development to replace proposed aluminum door assembly with historically appropriate wood door assembly. Refer to 4.3 Exterior Walls and Materials of the Gastown HA-2 Design Guidelines. 2. All conservation work should be done in accordance with approved drawings, which is made part of this permit application. Scope of work includes: 1) Converting existing exterior glazing panel to an accessible doorway. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $100,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 3750 W 16TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Interior alterations to renovate the main floor of this existing Single Detached House and to construct a detached one-car garage (11'6"x19'8") accessing from W 17th Ave on this double fronting site. Scope of work includes the removal of a shed in the rear yard and construct a detached one-car garage, renovation on the main floor kitchen, interior alteration removing walls and a fireplace Renovation Garage or shed | no contractor listed | $65,900 |
| 2023-11-01 | 1755 Haro St West End |
#705 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #705 on the 7th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | Solid General Contractors Inc | $30,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 3050 Crown St West Point Grey |
To install a 15' height welcome pole in the southeast corner of this existing school site. Cleared by Mahdi (POD) OK to process as DTI as per City staff Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $20,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 1333 E 20TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to remove hazardous materials at this single detached house on this site. OK for Field Review per City staff: DP-2020-00696 BP-2023-00288 - MCD with 3 dwelling units BP-2023-00289 - SDH infill Renovation | Nayyar Developments Ltd | $20,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 4230 Atlin St Renfrew-Collingwood |
Exterior alterations only to provide for the installation of thirteen (13) photovoltaic flush mounted solar panels on the south portion of this existing Gable Roof at this existing Single Detached House. OK for Direct To Inspections (DTI) processing as per City staff. Solar | Vancouver Renewable Energy Cooperative | $16,362 |
| 2023-11-01 | 1160 W Georgia St West End |
1150 Alberni St Interior alterations to demise Restaurant Class 1 unit 1150 Alberni St into Restaurant Class 1 (shell) units 1140 Alberni St and 1150 Alberni St on the ground floor of this existing mixed-use building on this site. Scope of work to include the construction of a interior demising wall and sprinkler adjustments where necessary. OK for Field Review per City staff: This building is sprinklered. A separate sprinkler permit is required for all related work 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 This permit is for alterations 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 Windows HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $15,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 1140 W Pender St Downtown |
#440 - 4th floor Interior alterations to provide improvements for this existing office tenant on the 4th floor of this existing commercial building. Scope of work: new partition walls/door to create a new office. District Building Inspector to determine if a Special Sprinkler Permit is required. 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 HVAC Plumbing Electrical Commercial | TotalPlan Inc | $9,000 |
| 2023-11-01 | 2667 Parker St Hastings-Sunrise |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03344 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 | Bhullar Excavating and Demolition | — |
| 2023-11-01 | 1550 E 3RD Av Grandview-Woodland |
This permit is for Salvage and Abatement work only to this existing Single Detached House; to be completed under the supervision of a Qualified Professional. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad - Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition Permit: BP-2023-02080 Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-11-01 | 1550 E 3RD Av Grandview-Woodland |
This permit is for Salvage and Abatement work only to this existing Single Detached House; to be completed under the supervision of a Qualified Professional. QP: Ramin Hamidnejad - Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. Demolition Permit: BP-2023-02082 Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-11-01 | 4175 Balkan St Riley Park |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03755 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 | MURRAY-SIMS CONSTRUCTION LTD | — |
| 2023-10-31 | 4889 Moss St Renfrew-Collingwood |
To construct a two-storey two-family dwelling ($790,000.00) 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. Exterior Mechanical units proposed New build | Sohal Enterprises Ltd | $790,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 23 W Cordova St Downtown |
Interior alterations to this existing retail tenant space to change the use to a restaurant class 1. Mainly serving liquor and no cooking and only raw food is served. Total occupant load is 60 with 54 patrons and 6 staff members. Note: 1.0. This application is reviewed under VBBL 2019. 2.0. This is change of major occupancy of small suite from Group E to A2 and minor renovation upgrading triggers are not applicable as this building is built per VBBL 2014. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $600,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 1390 Renfrew St Hastings-Sunrise |
To construct a 2.5 storey + basement duplex ($594,500.00) with open parking at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. 1. Mechanical unit proposed – Exterior component located in rear yard. 2. Bar sink located in Games Room. New build | Fernandes Homes Ltd | $594,500 |
| 2023-10-31 | 3361 E 28TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Exterior and Interior alterations to provide fire damage repair to an existing single detached home at this site. Note: 1) The unauthorized dwelling unit located in the lower floor is to be removed including all the cabinetry, cooking facilities and sink. Subsequent Trades permits will be required to remove the electrical wiring up to the supply breaker and plumbing fixtures to be permanently capped. Renovation Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $396,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 5864 Inverness St Sunset |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($161,250) 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 #1-5864 Inverness St retained on site. 1.\tNo HEAT PUMP unit proposed New build Secondary suite | MHR Homes Ltd | $161,250 |
| 2023-10-31 | 1520 Robson St West End |
First Tenant Improvement – Interior alterations for the new Restaurant - Class 1 (Group A2) tenant, Perfecto Café, in this existing Restaurant - Class 1 (shell) suite on the ground level of this 21-storey mixed-use (Restaurant/Retail/Residential) building on the site. Building Review Notes: - Patio requires separate permits (DP/BP and SA). - Proposed occupant load is 50 persons (37 interior seats, 3 staff and 10 future patio seats). Maximum occupant load cannot exceed 60 persons in total. Mechanical Review Notes: 1. Class 5 Cooking Operations (No Hood) 2. Appliances are less than or equal to 6 kW (Cooking procedures producing significant grease laden vapours or significant heat or steam are not permitted). *** Reviewed under the VBBL 2019 *** Revision #1, July 19 - J. Chen - Add a 10 gpm grease interceptor for espresso machine at bar. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $100,500 |
| 2023-10-31 | 1150 Jervis St West End |
Interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing retail shell space in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work includes new walls, electrical, lighting and plumbing. Ok for field review as per City staff: -District Building Inspector to determine if a Seismic letter is required for shelving over 6ft high. (no shelving is above 8'-6" height.) -Lighting compliance checklist completed by Cheryl Chadwick [contact removed] -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). -This building is sprinklered. DBI to determine on site if a separate sprinkler permit is required. - 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. A separate sign permit is required. Renovation Windows HVAC Plumbing Electrical Signage Commercial | Jeff Henderson Construction Ltd | $90,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 2015 E 41ST Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements to add a kitchenette with a sink in this existing office space on the 2nd floor of this existing commercial building. OK to process as DTI as per City staff Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $25,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 3075 Nanaimo St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations for fire damage repair to this dwelling unit #40 in this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OKAY FOR DTI PROCESSING BY J. ZHANG. Renovation | no contractor listed | $25,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 1390 Renfrew St Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish the existing single detached house 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 – Bhullar Excavating and Demolition Inc. - Baghail Bhullar [contact removed] Demolition | Bhullar Excavating and Demolition | $15,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 837 W Hastings St Downtown |
SPECIAL EVENT: To erect and install 1 - 50' x 15' frame tent for the Terminal City Club Members Party event for a limited period of time expiring November 4, 2023. Note: Permit reviewed and approved to VBBL #12511 (2019). Commercial | no contractor listed | $5,612 |
| 2023-10-31 | 4263 Boundary Road Renfrew-Collingwood |
Interior alterations to restore building to last approved conditions at this existing Laneway House on this site. Scope of work includes the removal of the bedroom on the main floor and to restore storage area. REVISION#1: To add the storage into floor area. Related to DP-2024-00209. March 20, 2024 (EV) Note: To address CF-2023-005875 OK for DTI as per City staff Renovation Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $2,000 |
| 2023-10-31 | 3970 Laurel St South Cambie |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03642 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Terry (Tarlochan) Sunar of 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 | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | — |
| 2023-10-31 | 2856 E 19TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03005 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Xiaoqiang (David) Yang of 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 | East West Excavating 2022 Ltd | — |
| 2023-10-30 | 1810 E 55TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling with 2 secondary suites located in the Basement/Cellar ($910,000) with a detached accessory building (garage) and 1 open parking at the rear providing 3 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the rear lane. Note: The entire building to be sprinklered to 2 x NFPA 13D 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB858637-CB858638 2.\tExternal Mechanical Unit – Exterior component located in rear yard, Interior component located in upper floor New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $910,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 3167 E Georgia St Hastings-Sunrise |
Whole project is to be 100% electric. HRC - Exterior and interior alterations to existing single detached house at 3167 E Georgia St. Scope of work to include removing exterior hazmat stucco and replace with siding, extend length (not depth) of existing rear deck, interior layout changes and replacement of drywall, plumbing upgrades, electrical upgrades, replace staircase. Revision 1: Revised basement plan to alter wall layout. No additional project value. ReUP: 100% electric, heat pump replacement, and Electric DHW - 12 total selected points, 7 required. Renovation Deck HVAC Plumbing Electrical | 88 Homes Ltd | $350,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 885 W Georgia St Downtown |
#200 - lower level Interior alterations to provide improvement for this existing multi-level financial institution (HSBC) tenant on the lower level of this existing commercial building on site. Scope of work: Modify one partition wall, and upgrade emergency backup electrical system. TENANT: HSBC Renovation Electrical Commercial | Gibraltar Holdings Ltd | $275,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 1515 Homer Mews Downtown |
#2001 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #2001 on the 20th floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $120,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 2120 Cambie St Mount Pleasant |
Interior Alterations to provide improvements to the 4th level of the existing civic building (police station) on this site. Scope: To expand the existing locker room and alter the interior layout of this floor. OK to process as DTI per City staff Renovation Commercial | Scott Special Projects Ltd | $100,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 1311 Beach Av West End |
#1801 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #1801 on the 18th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | Amini Construction Inc | $50,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 1055 Canada Place Downtown |
The use of the site for a Christmas Cultural Event, to install/erect/set-up numerous wooden booths, pavilions, Christmas pyramid, walk-in Christmas tree, floating Santa, wooden stage, carousel, light tunnel and portable toilets, to be operated by the Vancouver Christmas Market Inc., for a limited period of time from November 16, 2023, to December 24th, 2023 on this existing Jack Poole Plaza site. Notes: Building permit for DP-2023-00260 Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $40,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 585 W 29TH Av South Cambie |
To demolish this existing one family dwelling building (1988). NO GREEN DEMO REQUIRED Demo Contractor: Lakwinder Ghotra - Ghotra Excavating and Truck Ltd. Demolition | Ghotra Excavating & Trucking Ltd | $22,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 2236 Vanness Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Demo Declaration – Van City Excavation [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 | Van-City Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 2727 Parker St Hastings-Sunrise |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demo Declaration – Bhullar Excavating and Demolition Inc. [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 | Bhullar Excavating and Demolition | $15,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 1810 E 55TH Av Victoria-Fraserview |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – Kingsman Excavating Ltd. - Jas Dhami ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Kingsman Excavating Ltd. | $15,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 1083 E Kent Av North Sunset |
Unit #111 Interior alterations to provide improvements and change the use from Wholesale Class A (F2) to Clothing Manufacturing (F2) in this existing industrial building on this site. Scope of work includes lighting and electrical work . Ok for DTI as per City staff Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $6,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | 571 W 20TH Av South Cambie |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03395 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: ALARA Environmental Health and Safety Ltd. (Steven Seewald) ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Arix Developments Inc | — |
| 2023-10-30 | 5871 St. Margarets St Victoria-Fraserview |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-01575 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Kurt McInnes of Odin's Eye Inspections ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Bhullar Excavating and Demolition | — |