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title: "Sun Peaks building permits: when you need one and how to apply"
question: "Do I need a building permit, and how do I apply?"
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# Sun Peaks building permits: when you need one and how to apply

**Question:** Do I need a building permit, and how do I apply?

**Short answer:** In Sun Peaks you need a municipal building permit for new homes, additions, commercial buildings, moving or demolishing a building, and many smaller jobs. Single-storey accessory buildings under 10 m² are exempt. Meet the Building Inspector, then submit one digital set of plans with the application and fee.

**Who handles it:** Municipal (Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca)  
**Cost:** A non-refundable $150 application fee, plus a permit fee based on the value of the work. See the building-permit-fees answer.  
**How long:** Sun Peaks does not state a review time in the bylaw, the Guide to Building Permits or the application form. Ask the Building Inspector.  
**Where:**
- Email: Building Inspector, inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca
- Phone: Building Inspector, 250-319-4558
- Phone: Municipal Hall (also on the permit form and Guide), 250-578-2020 ext. 210
- In person: Municipal Hall, 106-3270 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed statutory holidays))

## Key facts

- **Needed for:** New homes, additions, commercial, industrial or public buildings, interior work such as partitions, enclosing a porch or roofing a deck, unroofed decks over 600 mm high and over 10 m², retaining walls over 1.2 m (4 ft), moving or demolishing a building, change of use. Accessory buildings: 10 m² or more (planning page says 20 m²). (Sources differ: The size thresholds differ between sources. The Municipality's planning page says an accessory building such as a garage or storage shed greater than 20 square metres (215 square feet) and lists 'construct a sundeck' with no size limit. The Building Regulations Bylaw (s. 1.7(b), s. 1.6(l)) and the 2023 Guide to Building Permits use 10 m2 for accessory buildings and decks. The bylaw is followed here; see the shed and deck sheet.)
  - Source: [Building and Planning Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Building Permits/Inspections page](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/building-and-planning-services)
  - Official wording: "A Building Permit is required when you wish to:" … "construct a sundeck" … "construct a retaining wall more than 1.2 metres (four feet) in height" … "demolish a building"
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 3.1(a)](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "commence or continue any construction or change the occupancy of any building or" … "structure or other work related to construction unless a Building Official has issued" … "if the deck surface is more than 600 mm (24 in) above the adjacent ground level and more than 10 m2 (107 sq ft2)." … "single-storey accessory buildings less than 10 m2 (107 sq ft) in building area."
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
- **Not needed for:** Single-storey accessory buildings under 10 m² (107 sq ft) (Building Regulations Bylaw s. 1.7(b)); buildings or structures exempted under Division A, Part 1 of the BC Building Code. The bylaw's definition of 'structure' leaves out landscaping, fences, paving and retaining structures under 1.2 m (4 ft).
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 1.7](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "This Bylaw does not apply to:" … "single-storey accessory buildings less than 10 m2 (107 sq ft) in building area."
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 2 (definition of Structure)](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "but does not include landscaping, fences, paving, or retaining"
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
- **How to apply:** Meet the Building Inspector (an online appointment booking link is on the Building Services page, or email inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca), then submit one digital set of plans and supporting documents with the completed Building Permit Application and the application fee. A Building Permit Application Package is in the CivicWeb document library.
  - Source: [Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Application procedures](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/39482/)
  - Official wording: "To apply for a Building Permit, one (1) digital set of building plans and supporting documents" … "are to be submitted with a completed Building Permit Application and applicable fee."
  - Source: [Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Review of a building permit application](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/39482/)
  - Official wording: "The applicant meets with the Building Inspector who ensures that the appropriate"
  - Source: [Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Building Services page](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/building-and-planning-services/building-permits-and-inspections)
  - Official wording: "We are currently trialing a new appointment booking system." … "Our Inspector inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca"
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
- **What to submit:** Completed application form and fee; one digital set of plans (site plan, foundation, floor, elevation, cross sections and specifications); for a new building also a land title, survey, owner's undertaking letter, contractor authorization and other items. Engineered drawings or letters of assurance may be required.
  - Source: [Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Required documents / application procedures](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/39482/)
  - Official wording: "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for NEW BUILDING or RESIDENCE" … "Owner’s undertaking letter" … "7. Contractors authorization" … "ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION MAY BE"
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 6.5, 6.6](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "The Building Official for the Municipality may prescribe, and from time to time, modify the form" … "The Building Official may require a registered professional to provide design and plan"
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
- **Processing time:** Not confirmed. The published pages do not say how long a permit takes.
- **Inspections:** Contact the Building Inspector to book (online booking link or inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca). The bylaw requires at least one working day's notice; the 2023 Guide says a minimum of 72 hours' notice and the permit number must be quoted. (Sources differ: Bylaw s. 15.4 (one working day) and the Guide (72 hours) differ. The bylaw is followed. After-hours inspections are charged on actual time including travel (s. 18.5). The Guide also lists the stages to inspect (footings, foundation, framing, insulation, final and others).)
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 15.4](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "The owner or an agent of the owner must give at least one working day's notice to the" … "Municipality of the following aspects of the work when requesting an inspection"
  - Source: [Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Inspections](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/39482/)
  - Official wording: "to give a minimum of 72 hours’ notice to Building" … "Inspection Services for booking an inspection request. The Permit Number must be quoted"
  - Source: [Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Building Services page](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/building-and-planning-services/building-permits-and-inspections)
  - Official wording: "Please use the below link to schedule an inspection or appointment."
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
- **Contact:** Building Inspector, inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca, 250-319-4558 (the permit form and Guide also give 250-578-2020 ext. 210). Municipal Hall, 106-3270 Village Way.
  - Source: [Contact | Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Contact page](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/contact)
  - Official wording: "### Building Inspector Email: inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca" … "Phone Number(s): (250) 319-4558"
  - Source: [Building Permit Application form (PDF, January 2026), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Application form header](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/55195/)
  - Official wording: "Phone: (250) 578-2020 ext. 210 Cell: (250) 319-4558"
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
- **Bylaw:** Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Title and s. 1.1](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "may be cited for all purposes as the Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality" … "Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023."
  - Source: [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Consolidation notice](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
  - Official wording: "Consolidation Date: January 27, 2026"
  - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08

## How it works

Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality issues building permits under its [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/). Zoning Bylaw No. 1400 also applies, so check your lot's zoning first.

A permit is needed for new homes, additions, commercial, industrial or public buildings, interior work such as partitions, enclosing a porch or roofing a deck, unroofed decks over 600 mm high and over 10 m², retaining walls over 1.2 m (4 ft), moving or demolishing a building, and a change of use. Single-storey accessory buildings under 10 m² (107 sq ft) are outside the bylaw, as are fences and retaining structures under 1.2 m. Zoning setbacks still apply to them.

## Steps

1. Meet the Building Inspector. Use the online booking link on the Building Services page, or email inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca.
2. Fill in the Building Permit Application. A Building Permit Application Package is in the Municipality's CivicWeb document library.
3. Submit one digital set of plans (site plan, foundation, floor, elevation, cross sections and specifications) with the form and the fee. A new building also needs a land title, survey, owner's undertaking letter and contractor authorization. Engineered drawings or letters of assurance may be required.
4. Book inspections through the Building Inspector, quoting the permit number.

## Good to know

- The bylaw asks for at least one working day's notice for an inspection. The 2023 Guide says 72 hours, so allow extra time and confirm.
- The Guide and planning page differ from the bylaw on size limits (the planning page says 20 m² for accessory buildings). The bylaw is followed here; ask the Building Inspector.
- The Guide still states a $200 application fee; the bylaw and January 2026 form say $150.

## Official forms and pages

- [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF)](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/)
- [Guide to Building Permits (PDF)](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/39482/)
- [Building Permit Application form (PDF)](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/55195/)
- [Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/building-and-planning-services/building-permits-and-inspections)

## Related questions

- [Sun Peaks building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/sun-peaks/building-permit-fees.md)
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## Sources

- [Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/building-and-planning-services/building-permits-and-inspections) (read 2026-11-08)
- [Building and Planning Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/building-and-planning-services) (read 2026-11-08)
- [Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/52961/) (read 2026-11-08)
- [Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/39482/) (read 2026-11-08)
- [Building Permit Application form (PDF, January 2026), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality](https://sunpeaks.civicweb.net/document/55195/) (read 2026-11-08)
- [Contact | Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality](https://www.sunpeaksmunicipality.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-08)

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