Building Permits

Building Permits are required for most home or commercial renovations and new construction.

Development Permits

A development permit is needed for most new construction, or any time there is a change in the way land is used or the intensity of use.

Pre-Application Consultation Request

Schedule a pre-application consultation with the Planning department.

Building Inspections & Occupancy

Accessory Suites

An accessory suite is a collective term for the various types of suites - secondary suites, garden suites, and garage suites.

Bed & Breakfasts

All Bed & Breakfasts establishment require a development permit.

Home Occupation Permits

Home occupations are small-scale businesses that operate out of a home in a residential neighbourhood.

Green Building Regulations

Signage Standards

The intent of the signage standards and regulations is to balance the visibility of signage with an attractive appearance of the community, in keeping with its spectacular mountain setting.

Protecting Canmore's Trees