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If you are planning to do any renovating or new construction around your home or property, it is very likely that you will need a building permit. Not knowing what is required when contemplating a building project can be intimidating. Asking questions and getting the correct information from your Building Inspector before you begin can help ensure that your project goes smoothly.

As the homeowner, you are responsible for obtaining the necessary permit(s). If you choose to have your contractor take out a permit on your behalf, make sure that it is done before the project gets started.

A building permit is required to protect the health, safety and well being of you and your community by ensuring that all construction aligns with minimum safety and community standards. Before your permit application is issued the Commission staff will review your project design and inspect the completed project to ensure that it complies with the applicable zoning regulations and building by-law requirements.

Failure to apply for building permits could be costly for you as a homeowner.

Work that has been done and paid for may not comply with code requirements and could result in costly repairs,
Insurance coverage may be denied,
Removal of work may be required,
Double permit fees may be applied,
Legal action may be initiated to ensure compliance.

A building permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, renovations, relocations, and repairs or rehabilitation of a building or structure. Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits may also be required.

The following list includes examples of some of the work that does not require a building permit if you are in an unincorporated area. If you are in a municipality, please contact RDPC or your Building Inspector for more information.

Replacing stucco, siding, or shingles with the same material,
Replacing doors when the opening is not altered,
Replacing an open landing and stairs,
Constructing, repairs, painting of fences,
Installing cabinets and shelves

More info on Building Permits

NB2002 Building Regulation
In PDF Format

Advantages of Building Permits for Homes
In PDF Format



		DID YOU KNOW ... If you are planning to do any renovating or new construction around your home or property, it is very likely that you will need a building permit. Not knowing what is required when contemplating a building project can be intimidating. Asking questions and getting the correct information from your Building Inspector before you begin can help ensure that your project goes smoothly. As the homeowner, you are responsible for obtaining the necessary permit(s). If you choose to have your contractor take out a permit on your behalf, make sure that it is done before the project gets started. A building permit is required to protect the health, safety and well being of you and your community by ensuring that all construction aligns with minimum safety and community standards. Before your permit application is issued the Commission staff will review your project design and inspect the completed project to ensure that it complies with the applicable zoning regulations and building by-law requirements. Failure to apply for building permits could be costly for you as a homeowner. Work that has been done and paid for may not comply with code requirements and could result in costly repairs, Insurance coverage may be denied, Removal of work may be required, Double permit fees may be applied, Legal action may be initiated to ensure compliance. A building permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, renovations, relocations, and repairs or rehabilitation of a building or structure. Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits may also be required. The following list includes examples of some of the work that does not require a building permit if you are in an unincorporated area. If you are in a municipality, please contact RDPC or your Building Inspector for more information. Replacing stucco, siding, or shingles with the same material, Replacing doors when the opening is not altered, Replacing an open landing and stairs, Constructing, repairs, painting of fences, Installing cabinets and shelves More info on Building Permits NB2002 Building Regulation In PDF Format Advantages of Building Permits for Homes In PDF Format