Building, Planning, and Development: Town of Canmore

Review the status of major planning and development applications under review and learn how you can provide input.

Each month, we release the average review times that it takes to process our building and development permits. See the latest statistics.

You need a building Permit to construct a new building or structure, or to demolish or relocate, repair, alter, or an existing building.

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

Planning on renting out rooms? Learn more about different accomodation types and rules around renting and tenancy.

Other services include environmental and file searches, confirmation of zoning, certificate of conformance, and stamps of compliance.

These land use plans guide conceptual layout for general land uses, infrastructure, public spaces, and recreation. See all plans in place.

This bylaw directs the town’s form and use to support our vision of a resilient and vibrant community.

The sustainability screening process asks developpers to report on the net benefits of their project related to community sustainability.

We are committed to listing, publishing, and updating the list of all planning policy documents that guide our work. Read them here.

Building, Planning, and Development