Building & Plumbing Permit Applications & Forms Permit Applications A permit is required to ensure that work complies with the Manitoba Building Code and other relevant City of Brandon by-laws. Property owners are ultimately responsible to ensure that a permit has been obtained prior to any work commencing on their property. A property owner may delegate another person or firm to obtain a permit on their behalf by providing Development Services with written permission upon application submittal. Here is some useful information to review before applying for a permit: Permit Rules and Regulations (35 KB) Responsibilities For Those Involved In Construction (118 KB) Inspection Requirements for Residential Occupancies (69 KB) 9.36 Energy Efficiency - User's Guide and Reference Manual (758 KB) Guidelines to Residential Final Inspection (103 KB) 2010 Editions of the National Building Code of Canada (NB), National Fire Code of Canada (NFC), and National Plumbing Code of Canada (NPC) Required Documents for Residential Properties (77 KB) There are two ways to apply for a permit: Use this link to navigate to our online application portal Or Apply in person at the AR McDiarmid Complex - Door D 638 Princess Ave The information provided in each category below contains general requirements for several different permit types. This is a general list, and more requirements may be requested depending on the nature of your building project Permit Applications A permit is required to ensure that work complies with the Manitoba Building Code and other relevant City of Brandon by-laws. Property owners are ultimately responsible to ensure that a permit has been obtained prior to any work commencing on their property. A property owner may delegate another person or firm to obtain a permit on their behalf by providing Development Services with written permission upon application submittal. Here is some useful information to review before applying for a permit: Permit Rules and Regulations (35 KB) Responsibilities For Those Involved In Construction (118 KB) Inspection Requirements for Residential Occupancies (69 KB) 9.36 Energy Efficiency - User's Guide and Reference Manual (758 KB) Guidelines to Residential Final Inspection (103 KB) 2010 Editions of the National Building Code of Canada (NB), National Fire Code of Canada (NFC), and National Plumbing Code of Canada (NPC) Required Documents for Residential Properties (77 KB) There are two ways to apply for a permit: Use this link to navigate to our online application portal Or Apply in person at the AR McDiarmid Complex - Door D 638 Princess Ave The information provided in each category below contains general requirements for several different permit types. This is a general list, and more requirements may be requested depending on the nature of your building project Addition Addition To apply for an addition permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (478 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (757 KB) Deck Deck To apply for a deck permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (159 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (478 KB)) Building a Deck (992 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Detached Garage or Shed Detached Garage or Shed To apply for a detached garage or shed permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (478 KB)) Building a Garage (1.62 MB) Building a Shed (785 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Other Information: Building a Detached Garage Brochure (1.11 MB) Fence Fence A permit is NOT required for a fence. However, a permit may be required for other structures that require a fence (e.g. a swimming pool). Constructing a Fence (421 KB) Mobile Home Location Mobile Home Location To apply for a mobile home location permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (316 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Mobile Home Information (162 KB) Multi-Unit Dwelling 2-4 Dwelling Units Multi-Unit Dwelling 2-4 Dwelling Units To apply for a multi-unit dwelling 2-4 dwelling units, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Site & Landscaping Plan (572 KB) Lot Grading & Drainage Plan (577 KB) Site Servicing (152 KB) Building Plans (757 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Multi-Unit Dwelling 5 or More Dwelling Units Multi-Unit Dwelling 5 or More Dwelling Units A development permit is required for a multi-unit dwelling of 5 or more dwelling units. A development permit only approves the site for development, a building permit is still required prior to constructing any buildings on a site. To apply for the development permit, you will need to submit the following information: Development Permit Application Form (490 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Site Plan (587 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Lot Grading & Drainage Plan (577 KB) Site Servicing (152 KB) Landscape Plan (563 KB) Traffic Impact Study Information To apply for the building permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (159 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (757 KB) Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Non-Residential Non-Residential A development permit is required for a non-residential development. A development permit only approves the site for development, a building permit is still required prior to constructing any buildings on a site. To apply for the development permit, you will need to submit the following information: Development Permit Application Form (490 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Site Plan (587 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Lot Grading & Drainage Plan (577 KB) Site Servicing (153 KB) Landscape Plan (563 KB) Traffic Impact Study Information To apply for the building permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (254 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (757 KB) Renovation Renovation To apply for a renovation permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans Additional Information: Guidelines for Developing a Suite (651 KB) Secondary Suite Secondary Suite A secondary suite is a self-contained dwelling unit, subsidiary to, and located on the same site as a single-family dwelling that is owner-occupied. The three types of permissible secondary suites are: Attached suite Garage suite Detached suite To apply for a secondary suite permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (315 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (757 KB) Additional Information Secondary Suite Handout (445 KB) Sign - Fascia or Pylon Sign - Fascia or Pylon *Fascia signs require a separate permit for each building elevation.* To apply for a sign permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (432 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (757 KB) Elevations (545 KB) Sign - Temporary Sign - Temporary All temporary signs on private property must comply and be placed in accordance with the Temporary Sign By-law (248 KB). Some types of temporary signs require permits. A temporary sign permit is required for: Development signs, unless the site is under construction Mobile signs Vehicle and trailer signs A temporary sign permit is not required for signs regarding and for use at community or charitable events. These types of signs can be displayed for a maximum of 21 days. Temporary signs which do not require a permit still have restrictions such as where they can be placed on a property. Please refer to the by-law prior to erecting a temporary sign. To apply for a temporary sign permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (432 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (173 KB) Single Detached Dwelling Single Detached Dwelling To apply for a single detached dwelling permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site & Landscaping Plan (572 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (757 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Lot grading sheet Swimming Pool & Hot Tub Swimming Pool & Hot Tub To apply for a swimming pool or hot tub permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form Site Plan (Sample Site Plan (432 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Specifications (Above Ground Pool/Hot Tub) Engineer Certified Plans (Inground Pool) Manitoba Hydro Clearance Other Information: Swimming Pool Information (216 KB) Hot Tub Information (129 KB) Demolition Demolition Permit Application Demolition permits have a process that is different from other permits. Submit your completed Application Form (128 KB), Hazardous Materials Acknowledgement (427 KB) and External Agency Sign Off's (153 KB). The permit review cannot be completed without this information being submitted. Asbestos - Frequently Asked Questions (302 KB) Plumbing, Heating & Ventilation Plumbing Permits A plumbing permit is required to construct, extend, alter, renew, or repair a plumbing system, or make a connection to a sewer. A plumbing permit is not required when a valve, faucet, fixture, or service water heater is repaired or replaced, a stoppage cleared, or a leak repaired, if no change to the piping is required. Application Form - Interior Plumbing (59 KB) Application Form - Water & Sewer (84 KB) Change Notice - 2010 Manitoba Plumbing Code Interpretation - Sanitary Building Drains (80 KB)* Guidelines to Plumbing Inspection (112 KB) Heating & Ventilation Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Vacant or Derelict Building Vacant & Derelict Building Application Form (95 KB) Boarded Building Process Flowchart (106 KB) Vacant Building Process Flowchart (181 KB) Home Based Business License Home Based Business License Application Application Form (605 KB) To operate a business out of your residence, you need to first obtain two approvals: The first is a development permit. A development permit, issued by the Planning, Property and Buildings Department, allows business activities to be conducted from a residential property under the Zoning By-law. The second is a business license. A business license, issued by the Licensing Department, legally allows you to operate a business. If you are establishing a new business in your residence, or you are changing the parameters of your existing business (e.g. change of address, changing the number of clients on your residential property), you must complete the Home-Based Business Application Form. The application form must be submitted to the Planning, Property and Buildings Department at the A.R. McDiarmid Civic Complex, 638 Princess Avenue. The license must be renewed annually through the Licensing Department at City Hall (410 - 9th Street, main floor).
