Know Before You Apply
This page is intended to be a guideline to assist you in preparing your permit application. This guideline is for general information only and should not be used as a substitute for City Bylaws and regulations.
Before you get started, determine if you need a permit.
Building Permits
Residential - Single Family
Demolish a Home
Full removal of an existing home, including structure teardown and site clearing.
Build a Home
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Learn about the requirements and key steps involved in constructing a new single family home.
Renovate a Home
Coming Soon Online
Find out what to consider when planning a home renovation, including additions, interior changes, and lot improvements.
Build a small-scall multi-unit home
Coming Soon OnlineExplore application requirements to build small-scale multi-unit homes on your property.
Residential - Multi-Family
Demolish a townhouse or apartment building
Full removal of a townhouse or apartment building, including structural demolition, site clearing, and preparation for future development.
Build a townhouse or apartment building
Coming Online Soon
Learn about the requirements and key steps involved in renovating your unit, including interior upgrades, layout changes, and building improvements.
Renovate a townhouse or apartment unit
Coming Soon OnlineFind out what to consider when planning updates to your unit, including interior upgrades, layout changes, and general improvements.
Commercial / Industrial
Demolish a building
Full removal of a commercial or industrial building, including structural demolition, site clearing, and preparation for future development.
Build a Commercial or Industrial Building
Coming Soon OnlineLearn about application requirements for commercial or industrial building projects.
Tenant Improvements
Coming Soon OnlineLearn about the requirements and key steps involved in tenant improvements, including interior renovations and changes of use.
To learn more about the benefits of MyPermit, visit richmond.ca/mypermit.
How to Access MyPermit
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