For regulations and required permits when planning for the construction of a new house, visit:
Home Improvement
Considering a home project? Visit the links below to do the job right. You'll find useful information such as permit and bylaw requirements, how to apply and how to book inspections.
If you do not see your specific project below, contact Planning & Development Services
Homeowner trade permits
A homeowner's trade permit is authorization from The City to perform a limited scope of electrical, plumbing, gas or HVAC work.
Do I need a permit?
Permits are required for renovation projects such as:
- Any changes to a building's structure, electrical system or plumbing system
- Adding a deck, garage or driveway
- Adding a room or finishing a basement
- Repairs due to fire or flood damage
- Changing the exterior finish material of a house
Permits are not required for maintenance or cosmetic upgrades such as:
- Painting, installing cabinetry, replacing flooring
- Replacing roof shingles
- Replacing windows of the same size
- Replacing the exterior finish of a house with similar materials (e.g. replacing existing vinyl siding with new vinyl siding.)
Related topics
Infill development is replacing a home in an existing older area with a newer home, or building something new on vacant or underutilized land within an older urban area. If you are considering an infill project, you will find helpful information here:
HAT Smart offers several incentive programs to help residents make energy-conscious upgrades to their existing homes or when constructing new homes.
Learn about rebates and more at:
Development permit vs Building permit
Development Permit
Ensures that the proposed development will not negatively affect the surrounding area and neighbours, taking into account the City's Land Use Bylaw regulations.
- Learn more and apply at Development Permits
Building Permit
Ensures that the construction methods meet the requirements of the Alberta Building Code and other relevant safety regulations.
Depending on your project, you may need both a development permit and a building permit.
- Learn more and apply at Building Permits
Questions?
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