Sun Peaks building permits: when you need one and how to apply
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.
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.Building and Planning Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Building Permits/Inspections page; Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 3.1(a) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingA 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 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. |
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| 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).Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 1.7; Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 2 (definition of Structure) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingThis Bylaw does not apply to: single-storey accessory buildings less than 10 m2 (107 sq ft) in building area. but does not include landscaping, fences, paving, or retaining |
| 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.Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Application procedures; Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Review of a building permit application; Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Building Services page · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingTo 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. The applicant meets with the Building Inspector who ensures that the appropriate We are currently trialing a new appointment booking system. Our Inspector inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca |
| 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.Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Required documents / application procedures; Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 6.5, 6.6 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingREQUIRED DOCUMENTS for NEW BUILDING or RESIDENCE Owner’s undertaking letter 7. Contractors authorization ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION MAY BE 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 |
| 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).Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, s. 15.4; Guide to Building Permits (PDF, 2023 update), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Inspections; Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Building Services page · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingThe 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 to give a minimum of 72 hours’ notice to Building Inspection Services for booking an inspection request. The Permit Number must be quoted Please use the below link to schedule an inspection or appointment. |
| 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.Contact | Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Contact page; Building Permit Application form (PDF, January 2026), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Application form header · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wording### Building Inspector Email: inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca Phone Number(s): (250) 319-4558 Phone: (250) 578-2020 ext. 210 Cell: (250) 319-4558 |
| Bylaw | Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Title and s. 1.1; Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, Consolidation notice · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08Official wordingmay be cited for all purposes as the Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023. Consolidation Date: January 27, 2026 |
How it works
Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality issues building permits under its Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209. 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
- Meet the Building Inspector. Use the online booking link on the Building Services page, or email inspector@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca.
- Fill in the Building Permit Application. A Building Permit Application Package is in the Municipality's CivicWeb document library.
- 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.
- 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
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Sources
- Building Permits and Inspections, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Building and Planning Services, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Building Regulations Bylaw No. 0209, 2023 (PDF, consolidated to Amendment Bylaw No. 0233), 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 Permit Application form (PDF, January 2026), Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
- Contact | Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (read 2026-11-08)
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