Cache Creek building permits: when you need one and how to apply

Do I need a building permit in Cache Creek, and how do I apply?

Cache Creek, British ColumbiaChecked against official textSources read 2026-11-08

How it works

The Village of Cache Creek contracts building services to the TNRD, so the TNRD reviews applications and inspects the work. The Village's bylaw is Building Regulations Bylaw No. 781 and its amendments, which could not be read for this answer. The TNRD guide also lists new homes, accessory buildings, additions, interior work such as partitions, sundecks, porches or roofs, retaining walls over 1.2 m (4 ft) high, moving a building and change of use.

Small accessory buildings: the 2021 TNRD guide says an accessory building under 10 m² (107 sq ft) in a municipality needs no permit when there is a primary building on the parcel, but the current TNRD page lists sheds over 20 m² (215 sq ft). Setbacks and zoning still apply.

Steps

1. Phone the Village Office or the TNRD to confirm what your project needs.
2. Fill in the application form on the Village's Building and Inspection Services page. The registered owner or an agent applies, and only complete applications are accepted.
3. Send the form and the checklist documents to the TNRD.
4. When the application is reviewed and the fee calculated, you are called to pick up and pay for the permit.
5. Book inspections through TNRD Building Inspection Services with at least 24 hours' notice, quoting the permit number. The 2021 guide gave 250-377-7076 for inspections. An inspection is required before occupancy.

Good to know

• The TNRD title and covenant requirement applies to permits the TNRD handles.
• The 2021 guide lists a Cache Creek satellite office at 1389 Quartz Road on Tuesdays, 1 to 2 p.m., subject to change. Confirm before you go.