Sun Peaks building permit fees
How much does a building permit cost?
Short answer
In Sun Peaks a building permit costs $12 for each $1,000 of construction value above $1,000 up to $100,000, then $1,200 plus $9 for each additional $1,000 above that. A non-refundable $150 application fee is charged on every application.
Key facts
| Lowest fee | No minimum permit fee is stated. The first tier is $12 for each $1,000 (or part) of construction value above $1,000, up to $100,000. A non-refundable $150 application fee is charged on every building permit application.Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Appendix A, parts B and C · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wording$0 to $100,000.00 $12.00 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof in excess of $1,000.00 A non-refundable permit application fee of $150.00 shall be charged for all |
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| How the fee is worked out | Construction value $0 to $100,000: $12 for each $1,000 or part thereof in excess of $1,000. Over $100,000: $1,200 plus $9 for each additional $1,000 or part thereof in excess of $100,000.Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Appendix A, part C · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wording$0 to $100,000.00 $12.00 for each $1,000.00 or part (b) Over $100,000.00 $1,200.00 plus $9.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or part thereof |
| Application or plan review fee | $150, non-refundable, paid with every building permit application regardless of construction value. It is kept if the permit is cancelled or surrendered; the bylaw does not say it is credited toward the permit fee.Sources differ: The 2023 Guide to Building Permits says a non-refundable application fee of $200. The bylaw (Appendix A as replaced January 2026) and the January 2026 application form say $150, which is followed.Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Appendix A, part B; s. 18.1, 18.4; Building Permit Application form (PDF, January 2026), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingA non-refundable permit application fee of $150.00 shall be charged for all building permit applications, regardless of construction values. A permit application fee established in Appendix must accompany an application for a but the refund shall not include the permit application fee paid pursuant to section 18.1. Permit Application Fee: $150 |
| Other fees | Plumbing $75 minimum or first fixture, $9 each extra. Demolition $75. Re-inspection $75. Renewal 5% of value, maximum $700 per 12 months. Work started before permit: double fee (extra up to $2,750). Security: relocation at least $5,000; temporary building at least $2,000; demolition if required.Sources differ: The 2023 Guide says a $50 re-inspection fee; the bylaw says $75 (followed). Other Appendix A fees: chimney or solid fuel appliance $150; temporary building $75; manufactured home $350; removal of land title notice $300; special inspection $110; building information request $80 (the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 0008 Schedule B says $50). Demolition permits also need a security deposit per the Guide. Fire sprinkler: $75 for the first 25 heads, $1.50 each after.Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Appendix A, parts D, K, L, G, M; s. 18.5 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingMinimum fee for any plumbing permit or first fixture $75.00 Permit fee for each fixture after the first fixture The fee for a renewal permit shall be 5% of the construction value to a maximum of $700 for each renewal period of twelve (12) months. each subsequent inspection shall be $75.00 double the fee prescribed in this Schedule additional fee shall not exceed $2,750.00 the actual time spent in conducting the inspection, including travel time. in no case shall the security be less than five thousand dollars ($5,000) in value in no case shall the security be less than two thousand dollars ($2,000) in value. |
| How to pay | The permit fee must be paid in full before a permit is issued. The Municipality accepts payments for permits at the municipal office or through its online bill payment service (processing fees apply).Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 18.2, s. 6.9; Building and Planning Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Planning Services page; Online Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Online Services page · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingPrior to the issuance of any permit under this Bylaw, a permit fee, calculated in accordance with Appendix "A", must be paid in full to the Municipality. **Please note that Building Permits will only be issued upon receipt of full payment** Currently the following bill types for our Municipality can be paid through OptionPay: - Business Licenses - Permits |
| Bylaw | Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023, Appendix "A" (Schedule of Permit Fees), as replaced by Amendment Bylaw No. 0233 (adopted January 29, 2026).Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Consolidation table · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wording0233 January 29, 2026 Appendix A of Building Regulations Bylaw SCHEDULE OF PERMIT FEES |
How it works
Sun Peaks sets building permit fees in Appendix A of the Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, as replaced by Amendment Bylaw No. 0233 (adopted January 29, 2026). The value of construction is the total contract price or the Building Official's value, whichever is greater. The bylaw states no minimum permit fee.
The permit form adds that total permit fees include water and wastewater connection fees, Development Cost Charges and a surcharge fee (refundable if construction is completed before the permit expires).
Steps
- Pay the $150 application fee with your application.
- The Building Inspector sets the permit fee from the construction value.
- Pay the permit fee in full at the municipal office or through the online bill payment service (processing fees apply). The permit is not issued until it is paid, nor until off-site utility connection fees are paid.
Good to know
- Other fees: plumbing $75 minimum or first fixture and $9 for each extra; demolition $75; re-inspection $75; renewal 5% of value, to a maximum of $700 per 12 months; chimney or solid fuel appliance $150; temporary building $75; manufactured home $350.
- Work started before a permit is issued costs double the fee (the extra is capped at $2,750).
- Security deposits: at least $5,000 for relocating a building and at least $2,000 for a temporary building. Demolition may need one.
- A 5% reduction applies when a professional engineer or architect is retained and gives an undertaking to coordinate design and field reviews.
- If the permit fee is not paid within six months of notice that the permit is ready, the application is cancelled and the application fee is forfeited.
- The application fee is kept if a permit is cancelled or surrendered. The bylaw does not say it is credited toward the permit fee.
- The older Guide to Building Permits shows different amounts ($200 application, $50 re-inspection). The bylaw is followed; confirm with the Building Inspector.
Official forms and pages
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Sources
- Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Building Permit Application form (PDF, January 2026), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Building and Planning Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Online Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
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