City of North Vancouver Building Permit Resources
Your one stop shop for City of North Vancouver building permits, applications, fees, and city requirements.
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Land Title Search
Find your land title and property information.
Original Drawings
Request Original Drawings of the construction.
Regulation Library
Collection of City of North Van's regulations and other related documents.
Zoning Maps
Interactive portal for zoning regulations across City of North Van.
Permit Application Guides
The city provides guides for different project types. These pages contain the relevant forms, checklists, and bulletins.
City of North Vancouver - 2025 Permit Fees Guide
A summary of common permit fees for new builds, renovations, and tenant improvements in the City of North Vancouver, based on the 2025 fee schedule.
| Category | Minimum Fee | Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Application Fee (Upfront) | 50% of total fee for projects up to $200k |
Percentage decreases for higher value projects. |
| Building Permit | $122.90 | Flat fee |
| Building Permit | $122.90 | Plus $15.50 per $1,000 over $5,000 |
| Building Permit | $277.90 | Plus $13.90 per $1,000 over $15,000 |
| Building Permit | $764.40 | Rates continue to decrease for higher values. |
| Demolition Permit | Calculated using Building Permit rates |
e.g., A demolition cost of $15,000 has a fee of $277.90 |
| Damage Deposit (Residential) | $1,024 | Refundable. Increases for projects over $600k. |
| Plumbing Permit | $122.90 | Plus $27.65 for each additional fixture. |
| Sign Permit | $30.72 | Fee is $51.20 for larger signs. |
| Tree Removal Permit | $179.20 | Plus $76.80 per tree to be removed. |
Zoning Information
Height Restrictions
Maximum building heights for different zones.
Setback Requirements
Understand required building setbacks for your property.
Zoning Districts
Learn about City of North Van's zoning districts and what's permitted in each.
Need Help?
In-Person Help
141 West 14th Street
Development and Building Services Centre
Online Inquiry
Use the city's contact form for email.
Permit Status Check
Check the status of your building Permit application online.
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