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1. What projects require a building permit?: Building permits are required for:
The construction, addition, alteration, demolition, or reconstruction after fire etc. of any building.
Any change in occupancy of a building or space within a building (for example a change from a retail building or space to a food establishment or an office).
The relocation of any building

2. When is a building permit not required?

Building permits are not required for:

Accessory buildings with an area less than 10 square metres (100 square feet)
Painting, decorating, re-roofing, siding, or minor repairs using similar materials for maintenance that do not affect any electrical or mechanical work work

Electrical
Plumbing
Gas
Private Sewage

3. What is required to apply for a house permit?

Development approval from your municipality

A building permit application

Two complete sets of building plans

The floor and roof layouts for engineered floor and roof systems (usually from your material supplier).

Additional information if you are using specialized or unusual methods or materials (insulated concrete forms, preserved wood etc.)

Rural permits (if applicable)

4. Why do I need a building permit?: You need a permit because it:
Provides third party verification that the work has been done safely
Establishes who has done the work and where
Fulfills legislative (law) and insurance requirements

5. Where does your office have jurisdiction?

City of Camrose

Camrose County

All hamlets, villages, and towns within Camrose County, with the exception of the Town of Bashaw

6. Who gave the City jurisdiction for building inspections?: The Alberta Safety Codes Council issued a Joint Accreditation under the Alberta Safety Codes Act , giving us exclusive authority for our assigned region.

7. How do I get a building permit?

Online

Call the Inspections Office at (780) 672–4428

Fax the Inspections Office at (780) 672-6316

At City Hall, Downstairs Engineering Department

8. What permit information is critical?

Civic address
Legal description or land location
Contact information

9. Why is my contact information important?

In case of a critical error, allows corrections in a timely manner

Avoids costly delays in receiving information

Avoids construction delays

10. Why is the legal land location important?: Section / Township / Range tells us where to go
Links the building permit to the property where the work is being done
Allows others, such as utility companies, to locate the property

11. Why is the description of work important?: Because it defines what work is to be done.

12. Where can I get a building permit?: Permits may be obtained at the City of Camrose office. You can also download an application online and then mail, fax, or email it to the city.

Download a permit application.

13. What is required for a commercial building permit?: Development approval
Two sets of building plans
Site plan showing all buildings, streets, lanes etc.
Schedules from all professionals involved

14. I am moving into a new commercial space. Does this require a permit?: Even if no construction occurs, a permit may be required if the move involves a change in occupancy. Different types of businesses or occupancies have different requirements.

15. When are inspections required?: Prior to backfilling a foundation
Prior to drywall installation
Prior to covering any work
Prior to occupancy

16. How much notice do I need to give before an inspection?: You should give two days notice unless extenuating circumstances prevent such notice.

17. When do I need a demolition permit?: A permit is required for demolition of any building on your property. This is to ensure safety as well as have the structure removed from your property assessment.

When you apply for a permit you must notify Alberta 1call and all utility companies and allow adequate time for services to be disconnected (Atco , Fortis, Telus, Camrose Cable, City water (780-672-4426).

Note: Allow up to two weeks for all approvals.

18. Do I need a building permit to develop my basement?: Yes. A building permit is required. You must provide a floor plan showing the function of all rooms and spaces and the size of all windows and doors. Additional permits for electrical, gas, and plumbing may be required.

19. How big does a bedroom window have to be?: The clear opening of the window must be a minimum of .35 sq. m. (3.8 sq. ft.) with no dimension less than 380 mm (15 inches).

The clear opening for a bedroom window must be measured with the window in the open position. The window must be able to stay open without any additional support.

20. Do I need a permit to put in a wood burning fireplace, stove or pellet stove?: Yes. Solid fuel burning appliances are covered under the Alberta Building Code. There are requirements for clearances, provision of combustion air as well as carbon monoxide alarms.

21. How long does it take to get a building permit?: Permits may take two to three weeks depending on the complexity of the project.

22. How much does a building permit cost?: For costs, please view our "Fee Schedule". Please note that travel charges may also apply for rural permits. "Fee Schedule"

23. Why is travel charged to rural properties?: Travel is charged for fair cost recovery, for user pay, and because it accurately relates to the service offered.

24. What is a Safety Codes fee?: A provincial levy is assessed on every permit to pay for the administration of the system by the Safety Codes Council. This translates to 4% of the permit fee or $4.50, whichever is greater, to a maximum of $560 per permit.

25. When does a building permit expire?: A building permit will expire after six months if no work has been started, or if work stops for a period of six months.

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