COMMON AREA ALTERATIONS & WORK INVOLVING MULTIPLE SUITES

For works involving common property or common areas, or work to multiple units, refer to the Multi-Family Residential Permit Requirements handout for a listing of general requirements. Please note that additional may be required, depending on the scope of work. This may include, but not be limited to, involvement of registered professionals, sealed professional schedules and drawings, or Planning Division or Engineering Department review. For more information regarding requirements for a specific scope of work, please contact the Building Division at 604-527-4580.

Building Envelope & Membrane Repair

Repair of Building Envelope & Membrane, including cladding, and doors & windows, requires the involvement of a Building Envelope Consultant.

Work Requiring Planning Division Review

Changes to the exterior of the building, installation of additional dwelling units, change of use of storage or amenity spaces, or removal of parking spaces may require a review by the Planning Division during the permit application review. To inquire whether a specific project will require Planning Division approval prior to permit issuance, please contact Planning at 604-527-4532, or at plnpost@newwestcity.ca , prior to submitting a building permit application.