Development, Permits & Construction

The following services will be unavailable from May 29 at 7 pm–June 1 at 7 pm due to system upgrades: 

  • applying for permits online through mypermits.burnaby.ca
  • applying for permits in-person at City Hall
  • paying invoices online through invoices.burnaby.ca 
  • paying invoices in-person at City Hall

To avoid delays on your application, please pay your invoices due May 29 before the outage.

Bird Nesting Season in effect until August 15: Be aware of the wildlife protection requirements that may affect your development. Learn more.

Looking to construct on your property?

The links below provide information to owners, developers, builders and others interested in obtaining formal permission to begin constructing, demolition, addition or renovations to property in the City of Burnaby.

Homes and houses

Construction or renovation of homes and houses in areas designated for small-scale multi-unit housing (R1 SSMUH District). 

Commercial, industrial and multi-family buildings

Construction of new buildings, additions and changes to existing commercial, industrial and multi-residential buildings requires several approvals and permits to ensure that the construction meets City requirements, safety standards and all other applicable laws.

Looking to develop on your property?

The links below provide information to owners, developers, builders and others interested in obtaining approvals for developing property in the City of Burnaby.

Helpful resources

Have questions?

Building General Inquiries
Building Permits
Planning General Inquiries
Engineering General Inquiries

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