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Vancouver building permits, week of 11 December 2023
The City of Vancouver issued 89 building permits between 11 and 17 December 2023, worth $119.9M in all. Renovation led with 41 permits, then demolition with 25 and new build with 21. Kensington-Cedar Cottage and Downtown were the busiest neighbourhoods.
Permits by trade
| Trade | Permits | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation | 41 | |
| Demolition | 25 | |
| New build | 21 | |
| Commercial | 1 | |
| Addition | 1 |
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All 89 permits
| Issued | Address | Work | Contractor or applicant | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-15 | 807 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a new 6-storey multiple dwelling building consisting of 100 rental units with an amenity space on each level from the second storey to fourth storey and a common roof deck on fifth storey over one level of parking on the first storey containing bike rooms, storage rooms, service rooms, and garbage/recycling room, having vehicular access from Durward Avenue. New build | Alabaster Construction GP Ltd | $25,200,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 1133 Melville St Downtown |
FTI on 11, 12, and 13th floors + interconnecting stairs First tenant improvements of the office unit on floors 11, 12 and 13th. Scope of work includes changing cross over floor from 12th floor to 11th floor, install maglocks in elevator lobbies of 12th and 13th floor, addition of an interconnecting stair between 12th and 13th floor, mechanical works, and electrical works. A single tenant occupies all the said 3 floors. Notes: 1- Related to AL-2023-00153 and AL-2023-00145 2- Reviewed for compliance with VBBL 2019 Revision 1 - to provide updated ceiling cloud details - accepted May 27/24 Renovation HVAC Electrical Commercial | Vestacon Limited | $8,250,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 5734 Mckinnon St Killarney |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling with 2) secondary suite(s) located in the Basement ($1,039,420.00) with a detached accessory building (2 car garage) and 2 open parking at the rear providing 4 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB1017746 2.\tEntire building to be sprinklered 2 x 13D 3.\tHeat Pump proposed – Exterior component located in rear yard, Interior component located in Second floor 4.\t“As shown by an asterisk (*) on the building permit floor plans and/or elevations, exit protection is required to be provided in accordance with Articles 9.9.4.4., 9.9.4.6., and/or 9.37.2.8. of the 2019 VBBL New build Secondary suite | Sunny Group Construction Ltd | $1,039,420 |
| 2023-12-15 | 7960 Inverness St Sunset |
To construct a 2 storey Duplex with 2 Secondary Suites located in the Basement ($870,437.50) with a detached accessory building (garage) and 2 open parking at the rear providing 4 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: The entire building to be sprinklered to 2 x NFPA 13D Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1. Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB809478-CB809479 2. Mechanical Unit Proposed – Exterior component located in Rear, Interior component located in Second floor. 3. No bar sink New build Secondary suite | Thrive Developments Ltd | $897,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 1126 W 11TH Av Fairview |
Exterior alterations for building envelope repairs to this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Scope of work: Envelope repair to decks and windows. Revision #1 - reduce scope to north elevation balconies only Renovation Deck | Haebler Construction (2003) Inc | $200,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 989 W 28TH Av South Cambie |
To install a permanent Community Garden, one temporary 400 sq ft tent and two temporary 120 sq ft tents on the roof of the existing underground parkade, in the existing Church building, (Beth Israel Synagogue), on the site. The community garden beds will be on site year round. 2019 VBBL OK for DB per City staff Renovation Roofing Commercial | no contractor listed | $100,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 3037 W 13TH Av Kitsilano |
Exterior and interior to provide improvements to this existing Single Detached House on this site. Scope of work includes: Alterations to the front façade - including new front door Removal of the chimney Basement front wall to receive new insulation Energy Upgrades - new windows, insulation of new walls, air tightness improvement. Renovation Windows | no contractor listed | $66,750 |
| 2023-12-15 | 704 W 7TH Av Fairview |
#14 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit (townhouse) #14 on the ground floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $35,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 355 Burrard St Downtown |
Unit #150 - 1020 West Cordova Interior demolition work to existing retail ltd food unit to prepare for tenant improvement BP. Scope of work to include removal of existing service counter and kitchen equipment. Note that this permit is for demolition work only, separate permit required for TI renovations. Ok for field review per City staff: Peter Mallen - [contact removed] Renovation Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | $25,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 1483 Homer St Downtown |
#2101 Interior alterations to provide improvements to the bathroom of this dwelling unit #2101 on the 21st floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | Nuspace Kitchen & Bath Ltd | $23,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 4467 W 16TH Av West Point Grey |
4467 W 16th Interior and exterior alterations and change of use to the existing single detached house to a single detached house with a secondary suite and add floor space by enclosing the existing covered porch and part of the carport. Scope of work includes legalization of a secondary suite on ground floor, validation of unapproved exterior wall addition on ground floor to enclose a part of the original carport to create a storage room, and enclosing existing covered porch on main floor. DB processed through HRC Note: - This building is not sprinklered - 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. - Dedicated 3'-0" wide firefighting access path with an overhead clearance of 2m to be maintained at all times - Interconnected, hardwired, 120 volt Smoke alarms with battery back-up and silencing feature, in each sleeping unit and within 5m outside each sleeping areas to be installed in conformance with Vancouver Building Bylaw 9.10.19. - Carbon Monoxide Alarms to be installed in conformance with Vancouver Building Bylaw 9.32.4.2 - All unsafe guards and handrails to be upgraded to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official. - 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. Renovation Secondary suite Garage or shed | BML MANAGEMENT INC | $18,900 |
| 2023-12-15 | 7960 Inverness St Sunset |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demo Declaration –JVT Excavating & Demolition Ltd [contact removed] Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 5734 Mckinnon St Killarney |
Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Note: Demo Declaration – BigCity Excavating Ltd (Amritpal Singh) ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | BigCity Excavation Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 2187 W 4TH Av Kitsilano |
2187 W 4th Ave Interior alterations to washrooms in both 2183 and 2187 and adding new accessible washroom in unit 2187 in this existing commercial building on site. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $10,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | 807 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to allow salvage of non-structural building components prior to or during the abatement work and removal of non-structural hazardous materials in this existing Single Detached House building. Related to Demolition permit: DB-2023-02546. QP: Steve Sokalski, CSP, CRSP of Xcel Safety Systems Limited. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-12-15 | 807 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to allow salvage of non-structural building components prior to or during the abatement work and removal of non-structural hazardous materials in this existing Single Detached House building. Related to Demolition permit: DB-2023-02544. QP: Steve Sokalski, CSP, CRSP of Xcel Safety Systems Limited. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-12-15 | 807 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to allow salvage of non-structural building components prior to or during the abatement work and removal of non-structural hazardous materials in this existing Single Detached House building. Related to Demolition permit: DB-2023-02550. QP: Steve Sokalski, CSP, CRSP of Xcel Safety Systems Limited. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-12-15 | 807 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to allow salvage of non-structural building components prior to or during the abatement work and removal of non-structural hazardous materials in this existing Single Detached House building. Related to Demolition permit: DB-2023-02552. QP: Steve Sokalski, CSP, CRSP of Xcel Safety Systems Limited. Demolition | no contractor listed | — |
| 2023-12-15 | 1649 E 11TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-03452 and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: M.C.A Environmental consulting Ltd - Terry Sunar Business# 23-033986 Demolition permit: BP-2023-03836 ***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 | — |
| 2023-12-14 | 1008 Cambie St Downtown |
interior alterations and a change of Major Occupancy from a School - Arts/Self Improvement (group A2) to a Health Care Office (group D) on the ground level of this existing high rise building on this site. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $5,870,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 3165 W 14TH Av Kitsilano |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling ($1,200,000) with a detached accessory building (garage) and 1 open parking at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: The entire building to be sprinklered to 2 x NFPA 13D 1.\tHeat Pump Proposed – Exterior component located in front and rear yard, Interior component located in crawlspace New build | Coastline Projects Ltd | $1,200,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 3365 Fleming St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
3365 Fleming Street Exterior and interior alterations to replace all the windows, exterior doors and skylights at this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Renovation Windows | no contractor listed | $450,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 1965 Ferndale St Grandview-Woodland |
To alter the exterior and interior, including a new bay window on the front elevation, of this existing single detached house on this site. Scope of work to include electrical, lighting, plumbing, mechanical, insulation, framing, finishes, and exterior envelope. PC: Please perform a check on the cost analysis provided. Related to CF-2023-009047. Ok for standard BP fees as per City staff Renovation Windows Plumbing Electrical | no contractor listed | $206,876 |
| 2023-12-14 | 1975 E 38TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Withdraw permit application by the applicant To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($200,000) with 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 1 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. 1.\tCovenant not required with existing house 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo external mechanical unit proposed 4.\tEntire building to be sprinklered 13D New build Secondary suite | Vantac Construction Ltd | $200,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 3327 W 14TH Av Kitsilano |
To construct a laneway house building ($161,182.5) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a laneway house building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law 1.\tNo External mechanical unit proposed New build Secondary suite | Pooni Ventures Ltd | $161,182 |
| 2023-12-14 | 1166 Alberni St West End |
6th floor elevator lobby and corridors Interior alterations to provide improvements to the 6th floor elevator lobby and corridors in this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of work: Demo and replace with new all existing flooring & ceiling. Demo a portion of corridor wall to #602 and #608 to extend corridor at southwest end. * District Building Inspector to determine if a Special Sprinkler inspection 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 | Altek Construction Ltd | $145,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 3640 W 4TH Av Kitsilano |
3638 W 4th Ave Interior alterations to provide improvements for a new Retail (butcher shop) tenant at this existing Retail unit 3638 W 4th Ave on the ground floor of this mixed use building on this site. 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. Accessible washroom to comply with VBBL 3.8.3.12 Separate sign permit required for all related work. Renovation Windows Signage Commercial | no contractor listed | $110,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 222 Main St Strathcona |
4th Floor Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements to the showers on the 4th floor of this existing Public Authority Building on this site. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $100,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 1520 Cotton Drive Grandview-Woodland |
#301 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #301 on the 3rd floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | Roka Projects Inc | $70,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 4719 Fleming St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements and remove work done without permit at this existing Single Detached House building on this site. Ok for field review as per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 3165 W 14TH Av Kitsilano |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Pre-1950 with Character Merit Green Demolition Conditions Apply : 90% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – Canadian Excavating Ltd (Nirmal Brar) ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Coastline Projects Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 2083 Alma St West Point Grey |
Interior alterations only to provide tenant improvements for a new Beauty and Wellness Centre use at unit #215 at this existing Jericho Shopping Centre Building. OK for Direct To Inspections (DTI) processing as per City staffole could determine if a Field Site Inspection would be required at unit #215, November 23, 2023. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $10,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 1975 E 38TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Alteration Permit for DB-2023-02480 1.5 LWH SA Withdraw permit application by the applicant Exterior alterations to this existing One Family Dwelling (principle dwelling building) on this inside with lane site. Scope to Include: Removing existing attached garage to achieve min. 16.08' separation between principal dwelling and the new laneway house. NOTE : The principle dwelling attached garage removal work to be completed prior to the Final inspection of the related Laneway House. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Renovation Secondary suite | Vantac Construction Ltd | $5,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 2901 E Hastings St Hastings-Sunrise |
SPECIAL EVENT: To erect and install 1 - 30' x 40 inflatable tent and 1 - 50 x 105' frame tent for the PNE Winter Fair for a limited period of time expiring December 23, 2023. Note: permit reviewed and approved to VBBL #12511 (2019) Commercial | no contractor listed | $3,000 |
| 2023-12-14 | 3885 W 37TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: BP-2023-03761 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 (Harvey Wong) Demolition permit: BP-2023-04144 ***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 | — |
| 2023-12-14 | 398 W 17TH Av Riley Park |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-03154 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 (Harvey Wong) Demolition permit: BP-2023-03908 ***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 | — |
| 2023-12-13 | 375 E 33RD Av Riley Park |
To add, alter and convert the existing Single Detached Character House to a Multiple Conversion Dwelling containing two (2) dwelling units, to construct two infill duplexes, for a total of seven (6) dwelling units on site, and a 3 car garage at the rear of the site and 2 surface stalls providing a total of five (5) parking spaces all having access from the lane. This permit is for site work, garage and building 1. Building 1: BP-2023-03178 - 375 E 33rd Avenue Building 2: BP-2023-03179 - 373 E 33rd Avenue Building 3: BP-2023-03180 - 371 E 33rd Avenue Notes: 1.0. This application is reviewed under VBBL2019. 2.0. Building 1 and 2 are sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 3.0. Building 3 is sprinklered to NFPA 13R. 3.0. Building 1 is upgraded to F4, S4, N4, A4. Renovation | no contractor listed | $800,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 365 E 33RD Av Riley Park |
To add, alter and convert this existing character one-family dwelling to a multiple conversion dwelling (Building 1) containing two dwelling units and, to construct an infill two-family dwelling (Building 2) and another infill two-family dwelling (Building 3), and a 3 car garage at the rear of the site and 2 surface stalls providing a total of five (5) parking spaces all having access from the lane. This permit is for site work, building 1 and garage. Building 1: BP-2023-03174 - 365 E 33rd Avenue Building 2: BP-2023-03175 - 367 E 33rd Avenue Building 3: BP-2023-03176 - 369 E 33rd Avenue Notes: 1.0. This application is reviewed under VBBL2019. 2.0. Building 1 and 3 are sprinklered to NFPA 13R. 3.0. Building 2 is sprinklered to NFPA 13 D 3.0. Building 1 is upgraded to F4, S4, N4, A4. Renovation | no contractor listed | $800,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 343 Prior St Strathcona |
To provide interior and exterior alterations, addition and conversion of the existing Two-Family Dwelling heritage 'B' building into MCD Two-Family Dwelling (Building 1) and to construct an Infill One-Family Dwelling (Building 2) with an attached 2-car garages (subsidiary to infill) having vehicular access from the lane. -Relates to DP-2020-00130. See BP-2022-01380 for infill building. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN REVIEWED & ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND AMENDMENT EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1ST, 2022. ******** Revision #1 (DPMA:DP-2024-01144) for both buildings on site: 1. revisions to windows and cladding for the infill 2. MCD powder room layout changes 3. update to the site plan showing the relocated water and sewer locations Building Review Branch Notes: Addition Renovation Plumbing | no contractor listed | $800,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 5890 Clarendon St Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a two-storey + basement two-family dwelling ($781,750), with a detached accessory building (garage) at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. 1. Heat Pump proposed in the rear. 2. Bar sink proposed in basement New build | Koko Productions Inc | $781,750 |
| 2023-12-13 | 375 E 33RD Av Riley Park |
To construct an infill building containing two dwelling units. This permit is for building 2. Building 1: BP-2023-03178 - 375 E 33rd Avenue Building 2: BP-2023-03179 - 373 E 33rd Avenue Building 3: BP-2023-03180 - 371 E 33rd Avenue Notes: 1.0. This application is reviewed under VBBL2019. 2.0. Building 2 is sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 3.0. Please refer BP-2023-03178 for permit drawings. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $750,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 375 E 33RD Av Riley Park |
To construct an infill two-family dwelling (Building 3). Building 1: BP-2023-03178 - 375 Building 2: BP-2023-03179 - 373 Building 3: BP-2023-03180 - 371 Notes: 1.0. This application is reviewed under VBBL2019. 2.0. Building 3 is sprinklered to NFPA 13R. 3.0. Please refer BP-2023-03178 for permit drawings. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $750,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2209 E 7TH Av Grandview-Woodland |
To construct a two and a half storey, two-family dwelling with a Basement ($700,000) with a detached accessory building at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. The entire building to be sprinklered to 2X NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1- Rev. #1 Covenant CA7828189 have been discharged for secondary suite removal 2- A/C unit proposed front/back ext./int. crawl space/half storey 3- No bar sink proposed New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $700,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2371 Adanac St Grandview-Woodland |
To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling ($663.127.50) with a detached accessory building (garage) and 1 open parking at the rear providing 3 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. 1.\tNo external mechanical unit proposed 2.\tEntire building to be sprinklered 13D 3.\tExternal mechanical unit – Exterior component located in rear yard, Interior component located in third floor New build | applicant withheld (individual) | $663,128 |
| 2023-12-13 | 365 E 33RD Av Riley Park |
To construct an infill two-family dwelling (Building 3). Note: 1.0. Application is reviewed under VBBL 2019. 2.0. Building is sprinklered to NFPA 13R. 3.0. Please refer BP-2023-03174 for permit drawings. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $655,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 365 E 33RD Av Riley Park |
To construct an infill two-family dwelling. This permit is for Building 2. Note: 1.0. Application is reviewed under VBBL 2019. 2.0. Building is sprinklered to NFPA 13D. 3.0. Please refer BP-2023-03174 for permit drawings. New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $645,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 6709 Fleming St Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey + basement one-family dwelling with a secondary suite ($607,750) located in the basement with a detached accessory building (garage), at the rear providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: Parking for the site has been provided under DB-2022-05257 (Laneway House) 1- Covenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB362240 2- No strata titling permitted 3- No Bar sink proposed 4- No A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | KE Concepts 2001 Ltd | $607,750 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2460 Commercial Drive Grandview-Woodland |
Change of Major Occupancy Interior and exterior alterations and Change of Major Occupancy to this restaurant tenant (Group A2), for a new retail limited food tenant (Group E) located in a portion of the ground level at the Commercial Drive Skytrain station. Included in the scope of work is the installation of Class 5 (no grease laden vapours) kitchen cooking equipment. One class 2 and class 5 cooking operations. DB exterior alterations cleared by POD - Mahdi. This project is considered a small suite change of major occupancy and minor renovation. Upgrade mechanism triggers F1, S1, N1, and A1 apply to this project. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $600,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 3037 W 28TH Av Dunbar-Southlands |
**Part 5 ** Exterior and interior alterations to repair water damage at this single detached house on this site. Rev#1: Amendment application to add 2" roxul mineral wool insulation to existing wall assembly and replace existing glazing. Increased work value $225,000 + $122,000 -> $347,000 OK for DB per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $347,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 4815 Belmont Av West Point Grey |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements, and to change the use of this existing single Detached House to a Single Detached House with a secondary suite. Address note: #1-4615 Belmont Av - Principal Dwelling (south east portion and north side of 1st floor + 2nd floor) #2-4615 Belmont Av - Secondary Suite (south west portion of 1st floor) Address has been assigned per the approved plans as the access to the secondary suite is from the west site. This access must be provided & maintained at all times; the address must be posted to be easily visible from the street: AND posted by the suite entry in accordance with the Building by-law. Note: - No strata-titling will be permitted. - This is a one story building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-law. - An annual Vancouver Business License must be obtained prior to the rental of this approved single detached house with 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 - Install Carbon Monoxide Alarm as per Building Bylaw 9.32.4.2 &Bulletin 2007-07-BU/EL - Upgrade work under Part 11 (base don the value of work - energuide related Part 11.2.1.4) Scope of work includes: Lower Floor 1.\tPROPOSED SECONDARY SUITE. 2.\tCRAWL SPACE TO BE FULL HEIGHT BASEMENT. 3.\tPROPOSED NEW MECH. ROOM AND LAUNDRY ROOM. 4.\tPROPOSED NEW BATH FOR BEDROOM #3. 5.\tPROPOSED NEW EXTERIOR DOOR AND WINDOW AT REC. UPPER FLOOR 6.\tPROPOSED NEW ENSUITE AT MASTER BEDROOM. Renovation Secondary suite Windows Plumbing | no contractor listed | $330,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 343 Prior St Strathcona |
To construct an Infill One-Family Dwelling (Building 2) with an attached 2-car garages (subsidiary to infill) having vehicular access from the lane. -Relates to DP-2020-00130. See BP-2022-01379 for main house. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN REVIEWED & ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND AMENDMENT EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1ST, 2022. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: New build Secondary suite | no contractor listed | $300,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2626 Watson St Mount Pleasant |
Exterior alterations to replace the makeup air unit on the roof top of this existing multiple dwelling building. Renovation Roofing | no contractor listed | $250,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 6709 Fleming St Victoria-Fraserview |
To construct a 2 storey laneway house building ($148,750) with an open parking pad, providing 1 parking space, having vehicular access from the lane. Note: This is a 1 ½ storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law 1.\tCovenant registered at the Land Title Office under CB362240 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tNo A/C unit proposed New build Secondary suite | KE Concepts 2001 Ltd | $148,750 |
| 2023-12-13 | 666 Burrard St Downtown |
Interior alterations to combine this existing two commercial units and change the use to tenant amenity area (other commercial) on the concourse level - B1 of this existing commercial building. Scope of work includes: removal of demising wall removal of glazing door and sidelights new finishes new electrical to support arcade games Renovation Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $80,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2122 Qualicum Drive Victoria-Fraserview |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements to this existing Single Detached House on this site. Scope of work includes layout changes on main and upper floor, removal of gas fire place, existing windows and doors replacement. New heat pump. OK for field review as per City staff Renovation Windows HVAC | no contractor listed | $72,850 |
| 2023-12-13 | 4740 Argyle St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish fire damaged structure of new building partly completed on building permit. Demolition | Urban Environmental Asbestos Abatement Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 5890 Clarendon St Victoria-Fraserview |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demolition – Conventional (Standard) Demo Declaration - JVT Excavating & Demolition Demolition | JVT EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION LTD | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2209 E 7TH Av Grandview-Woodland |
Green Demo 75% Building Permit for DB-2022-04607 2.5 FD + 1 SS Demo contractor: Suich Kaug of JVT Excavating & Demolition Ltd. Tele: [contact removed] Green Demo Parcel Warning: Building Permit DB-2022-04607 has been suspended pending completion of the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2022-04620 ***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 | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 6709 Fleming St Victoria-Fraserview |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site. Demolition – Conventional (Standard) Demo Declaration - Olympia Excavating Ltd. Demolition | Olympia Excavating Ltd | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 2371 Adanac St Grandview-Woodland |
To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($15,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Green Demo Parcel Warning: Building Permit DB-2021-06744 has been suspended pending completion of the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2022-01579 Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required Company Name: Bison Excavation & Demolition (Contact Name: Bhupinder Singh) Demolition | Bison Excavation & Demolition | $15,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | 3141 E 16TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03620 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. [contact removed] ***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 | — |
| 2023-12-13 | 6321 Quebec St Sunset |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-04467 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Pacific Ark Environmental Consulting Ltd (Xiaoqiang (David) Yang ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | CAN WON CONSULTING LTD | — |
| 2023-12-13 | 1345 E 64TH Av Sunset |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for Building permit: DB-2023-03416 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, CRSP Demolition permit: DB-2023-03854 ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Van Coast Construction Ltd | — |
| 2023-12-12 | 708 E 28TH Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To construct a 7-storey mixed-use building consisting of: 1st to 2nd Storey - 6 CRU's; 5 two-level townhouses; 2 single-level dwelling units on Level 2 3rd to 7th Storey - 93 dwelling units; Amenity Room on Level 3 Rooftop - outdoor amenity all over 2 levels of underground parking accessed from the lane. Notes: 1. This permit has been reviewed under the provisions of the VBBL 2019. 2. A radio antenna system is required. 3. Except for CRU #2 and CRU #6, no other CRUs shall be tenanted as restaurants with Class 1 cooking in the future. 4. Pre-shaft: Two 2-hr vertical shafts with kitchen exhaust ducts will be installed. 2-hr horizontal shafts connected to these vertical shafts from CRU #1 and CRU #5 will also be installed. STAGED CONSTRUCTION STAGE I: Excavation & Shoring (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Sept. 21, 2023 STAGE II: Full Construction (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Dec. 12, 2023 REVISION I: Deletion of the Northernmost Demising Wall & Relocation of the Southernmost Demising Wall in CRU Spaces to create a total of 6 CRUs (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Aug. 7, 2025 REVISION II: Change of use from Group A2 to E (Retail Food Facility) for CRU #2, per City staff(S.Yoo) ISSUED: Nov. 7, 2025 New build Roofing HVAC Commercial | Axiom Builders Inc | $26,250,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 2908 W 4TH Av Kitsilano |
To construct a 6-storey mixed-use building consisting of: 1st storey - 2 CRUs (shell only) 2nd to 6th storeys - 54 dwelling units; Amenity Room on Level 2 Rooftop - outdoor amenity all over 2 levels of underground parking accessed from lane. Notes: 1. Only one CRU is permitted to be tenanted as a Restaurant or Retail Limited Food with Class 1 cooking in the future. 2. Pre-shaft: One 1 hr vertical shaft with 2 hr fire barrier wrapped kitchen exhaust duct will be installed within CRU#1 (2906 W 4th Av). *This permit has been reviewed under the provisions of VBBL 2019.* **Radio antenna system is required.** STAGED CONSTRUCTION STAGE I: Excavation & Shoring (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Sept. 28, 2023 STAGE II: Foundation up to Grade (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Dec. 12, 2023 STAGE III: Full Construction (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Apr. 8, 2024 REVISION I: Consolidation of CRU spaces at ground level (S.Yoo) ISSUED: Jul. 4, 2024 REVISION II: Addition of a Demising Wall in the CRU at Ground Level & Change of Use from Group E/A2 to Group D per City staff(S.Yoo) ISSUED: May 8, 2025 New build Roofing HVAC Commercial | OrrMoniz Projects Corp | $16,450,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 512 W King Edward Av South Cambie |
To construct a noncombustible seven-storey (Z/D 6-storey) multiple dwelling building with 48 rental dwelling units under the Secured Market Rental Housing (Rental 100) Policy, with two levels of parking having vehicular access from the adjacent site at 4171 Cambie St. Level P1 is First Storey. This permit has been reviewed under the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law (#12511). Building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13 requirements. Radio Antenna System to be installed in this building. STAGED CONSTRUCTION Stage 1 - Excavation and Shoring - issued December 12, 2023 New build Commercial | Signia Construction Ltd | $16,013,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 3454 Lougheed Highway Renfrew-Collingwood |
Exterior and interior alterations to provide improvements to this Wholesaling Class A tenant at this industrial building on this site. Exterior work to remove overhang door with double doors. OK for Field Review per City staff Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $900,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 4629 W 2ND Av West Point Grey |
Interior alterations to this existing Heritage A single detached house. No exterior work proposed. Scope includes new millwork, finishes, plumbing fixtures, layout change in the basement, and Revision 1: Existing eW1 below grade exterior wall and eW2 above grade exterior wall revised to have new spray foam insulation. Existing eR1 roof to have new spray foam insulation. Project value = 771,000 + 19,000 = 790,000 Renovation Basement Roofing Plumbing | no contractor listed | $790,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 888 W 17TH Av South Cambie |
Building permit canceled due to applicant applying for new permit under R1-1 (DB-2024-03138). To construct a two-storey two-family dwelling ($446,775.00) with no accessory building and no surface parking provided. parking space has been relaxed by DoP. Note: This Building Permit will remain in a suspended status until the associated (green) Demolition Permit BP-2022-04810 is completed. Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1. No HEAT PUMP units proposed New build Demolition | CB Developments & Designing Ltd | $446,775 |
| 2023-12-12 | 901 E Kent Av North Sunset |
Interior alterations to change the use from Storage Warehouse and General office to Wholesaling Class A with ancillary office and provide first tenant improvements to this existing storage warehouse and General Office (#159) in this existing building (Bldg 2 - 951 E Kent Ave N) on this site. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $200,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 727 Templeton Drive Grandview-Woodland |
Interior alterations to install an accessible stair lift on the main, second, and third storeys of this existing Vancouver Heritage B School – Elementary or Secondary (Templeton Secondary) building on this site. Notes: 1. OK for BP per City staff. Permit reviewed and approved to VBBL #12511 (2019) Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $200,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 547 E Hastings St Strathcona |
Interior alterations to this existing Restaurant Class 1 space to repair fire damage and return to restaurant Class 1 shell space in this existing one storey building on this site. The two washrooms will be retained. Separate permits will be required for future tenant improvements. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $60,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | 841 E 12TH Av Mount Pleasant |
841 E 12th Ave Interior and exterior renovations related to CF-2023-009145 to remove unauthorized secondary suite and validate unapproved conversion of carport, addition of deck canopy, and addition of ensuite bathroom on main floor. Scope of work to include removing stove and exhaust hood in basement, and closing in exterior door on east side of basement. Renovation Secondary suite Garage or shed Plumbing | no contractor listed | $1,200 |
| 2023-12-12 | 1391 W 46TH Av Oakridge |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03578 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Pacific Ark Environmental Consulting - Xiaoqiang Yang Demolition | Canadian Excavating Ltd | — |
| 2023-12-12 | 1656 W 69TH Av Marpole |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-03627 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Pacific Ark Environmental Consulting Ltd. - Xiaoqiang Yang Demolition | 3-in-1 Demolition and Excavation Ltd | — |
| 2023-12-12 | 4006 W 11TH Av West Point Grey |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-04283, DB-2023-04284, DB-2023-04285 and DB-2023-04287 and to be completed under the supervision of a qualified professional work. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Coast BC Hazmat Inspections Inc (Baraa Habash) ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.*** Demolition | Doxa Construction Ltd | — |
| 2023-12-12 | 4475 Wallace St Dunbar-Southlands |
Salvage and abatement permit only for DB-2023-02517 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 | Scottech Innovation Ltd | — |
| 2023-12-11 | 2255 W 5TH Av Kitsilano |
To provide exterior and interior alterations to restore the water tightness and durability of the concrete garage structure and related landscaping revisions at this existing multiple dwelling building, including: - Replace the garage roof slab waterproofing - Complete minor garage roof slab concrete repairs - Replace landscaping (tree removal and replacement) including irrigation system, lighting, trees, site features Related to DP-2023-00438. OK for Field Review per City staff: Renovation Roofing | no contractor listed | $1,700,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 2107 E 33RD Av Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
To develop a three-unit multiple dwelling and a detached 2-car garage (accessory building) having vehicular access from the lane. Related to DP-2021-00658 ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN REVIEWED & ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2019 AND AMENDMENT EFFECTIVE March 7, 2023. ******** Building Review Branch Notes: 1. Struct. B and Geo. B are submitted. 3. Entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D requirements. 4. All new windows, doors, and skylights shall conform to AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS. New build | 0713790 BC Ltd | $1,000,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 1020 Granville St Downtown |
To provide for the demolition of this existing two (2) storey commercial building at 1020 Granville Street that was severely damaged due to a fire. Demolition Contractor: Dayle Ehresman of Belfor Property Restoration QP: Lance Pizzariello Note: This is related to Case File CF-2023-010291: In Violation (Vancouver Building By-law - Building Fire), which had an immediate Unsafe Order. Demolition Commercial | no contractor listed | $500,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 570 Dunsmuir St Downtown |
Interior alterations to change the use, and major occupancy from existing Office (Group D) to Amenity Lounge & Accessory Fitness Centre (Group A2) for the use of the whole building in this existing commercial building on the site. Proposed work includes new partition walls and universal shower room. Renovation Commercial | no contractor listed | $450,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 3456 Fraser St Kensington-Cedar Cottage |
Interior alterations to provide improvements for Child Daycare Facility tenant on the ground floor of this existing church building. Scope of work includes reconfiguration of existing washroom. Note: 1. Related to DP-2023-00228 to retain the use of the existing Child Daycare Facility with a maximum of 25 children Renovation Plumbing Commercial | no contractor listed | $150,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 1111 Richards St Downtown |
#3402 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #3402 on the 34th floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City stafftub to shower. Renovation | no contractor listed | $110,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 556 E 12TH Av Mount Pleasant |
To repair roof damage impacted by tree in this existing Single Detached House on this site. OK to process as DTI as per City staff Renovation Roofing | no contractor listed | $50,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 175 E Broadway Mount Pleasant |
Interior alterations to renovate the common washroom on the 2nd floor of this existing commercial building. Scope of Work includes: Demolition of plumbing, sprinklers, electrical/lighting door and finishes. New plumbing fixtures, sprinklers, electrical/lighting, door and finishes. Renovation Demolition Plumbing Electrical Commercial | no contractor listed | $40,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | 1233 W Cordova St Downtown |
#1604 Interior alterations to provide improvements to dwelling unit #1604 on the 16th floor of this multiple dwelling building on this site. OK for DTI per City staff Renovation | no contractor listed | $24,500 |
| 2023-12-11 | 434 E 38TH Av Riley Park |
Exterior alterations to add a new deck to the rear of this existing single detached house on this site. Renovation Deck | Bayview Construction Ltd | $1,500 |
| 2023-12-11 | 512 W King Edward Av South Cambie |
This permit is for salvage and abatement work only to this existing one family dwelling; to be completed under the supervision of a Qualified Professional. QP: Kurt McInnes - Odin's Eye Inspections Demolition Permit: DB-2023-02577 Development permit: BP-2022-04372 Demolition | 3-in-1 Demolition and Excavation Ltd | — |
| 2023-12-11 | 2496 E 11TH Av Renfrew-Collingwood |
Salvage and Abatement Permit only for 2496 E 11th Ave and to be completed under the supervision of a registered professional. This permit does not authorize demolition, deconstruction or construction work. QP: Company Name: Kinetic OHS Services Ltd. (Contact Name: Ramin Hamidnejad) Demolition permit: BP-2023-04330 Demolition | Demolition Impossible Contracting Inc | — |