Tumbler Ridge building permit fees

How much does a building permit cost in Tumbler Ridge?

Tumbler Ridge, British ColumbiaChecked against official textSources read 2026-11-08

Short answer

In Tumbler Ridge the building permit fee depends on the value of the work. The minimum is $75 for work valued up to $1,000, plus $6 per $1,000 (or part) over that, up to $200,000. Each application also pays a plan-processing fee and a security deposit (minimum $100).

Key facts

Lowest fee	$75 building permit fee for work valued $0 to $1,000. Each application also pays a non-refundable plan-processing fee ($50 for work of $10,000 or less; Schedule A also lists $150 for single and two-family dwellings and their accessory structures, dollar sign garbled) and a security/damage deposit (minimum $100).Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, Schedule A, items 1 and 2 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08 Official wording For all construction having a market value of $10,000 or less $50.00 $0 - $1,000 $75.00 all building permits For all single and two-family dwelling unit construction and related accessory structures For all construction having a market value of
How the fee is worked out	Based on the estimated construction value. $75 plus $6 per $1,000 (or part) over $1,000, up to $200,000; $1,269 plus $4.50 per $1,000 over $200,000, up to $300,000; $1,719 plus $4 per $1,000 over $300,000.Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, Schedule A, item 2; Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, s. 1.1 definition; Building & Utilities Permit Applications, FAQ, 'How much are building permit fees?' · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08 Official wording $75.00 plus $6.00 for each additional $1,000 or part thereof over $1,000 $1269.00 plus $4.50 for each additional $1,000 or part thereof over $200,000 $1719.00 plus $4.00 for each additional $1,000 or part thereof over $300,000 means the estimated market value which is subject to a permit as Building Permit Fees are calculated on a project-to-project basis based on Market Value and labour cost of the project.
Application or plan review fee	Yes. A non-refundable plan-processing fee is paid with the application and credited to the building permit fee at issuance: $50 for work of $10,000 or less, $100 for more than $10,000 and under $150,000, $1,000 for non-residential work of $150,000 or more. Schedule A also lists $150 for single and two-family dwellings and accessory structures.Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, s. 11.1, Schedule A item 1 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08 Official wording Every permit application shall include a non-refundable plan-processing fee in accordance with Schedule will be applied to the Building Permit fee at issuance For all construction otherthan single or two- family dwelling units having a market value of $150,000.00 or more will be applied to the Building Permit fee at issuance). For all single and two-family dwelling unit construction and related accessory structures
Other fees	Plumbing permit: $75 minimum plus $17 per fixture. Demolition: $200 plus a $10,000 security damage deposit. Re-inspection: $50. Wood stove or fireplace permit: $50. Occupancy permit where no building permit is needed: $200. Starting work without a permit, if a stop-work order is issued, adds 100% of the permit fee.Building & Utilities Permit Applications, FAQ, fees; Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, Schedule A item 3(h), (i); s. 22.6 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08 Official wording Plumbing Permit Fees $ 75.00 minimum plus $17.00 per fixture Building demolition permit plus Security Damage Deposit of $10,000 For occupancy permit where no Building Permit is required Permit for wood burning stove or fireplace pay an additional charge equal to 100% of the permit fee prior to obtaining the required permit
How to pay	The permit fee must be paid in full before the permit is issued. The security/damage deposit is posted when applying (s. 26.1; s. 11.8 says in advance of inspection) as a certified bank draft, cash or irrevocable letter of credit. Inspection charges are paid in advance of inspection.Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, s. 11.2, 11.8, 26.1 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08 Official wording A permit fee calculated in accordance with the Schedules to this Bylaw shall be paid in full prior to issuance of the relevant permit under this Bylaw. inspection charges and Security/Damage deposit shall be paid in accordance with Schedule post a damage deposit by way of a certified bank draft, cash or an irrevocable result of the work covered by the permit and shall at the time of the application for a permit post a damage deposit by way of a certified bank draft, cash or an irrevocable
Bylaw	Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, Schedule A (Building Permit Fees)Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600, 2013, Schedule A · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08 Official wording BUILDING PERMIT FEES Building Permit Fee Payable Plus Security (see 3(k))

How it works

The District of Tumbler Ridge sets building permit fees in Schedule A of the Building and Plumbing Bylaw No. 600. The fee is based on the estimated construction value, which the Building Inspector sets from cost data.

The rates are:

$75 plus $6 per $1,000 (or part) over $1,000, up to $200,000.
$1,269 plus $4.50 per $1,000 over $200,000, up to $300,000.
$1,719 plus $4 per $1,000 over $300,000.

Steps

Pay a non-refundable plan-processing fee with your application. It is credited to the permit fee when the permit is issued: $50 for work of $10,000 or less, $100 for more than $10,000 and under $150,000, and $1,000 for non-residential work of $150,000 or more. Schedule A also lists $150 for single and two-family dwellings and their accessory buildings.
Post the security or damage deposit when you apply. The minimum is $100 and the maximum is $35,000. It is paid by certified bank draft, cash or irrevocable letter of credit, and returned after the occupancy inspection less a $50 administration fee.
Pay the permit fee in full before the permit is issued. Inspection charges are paid in advance.

Good to know

Other Schedule A fees: plumbing permit $75 minimum plus $17 per fixture; demolition $200 plus a $10,000 security deposit; re-inspection $50; wood stove or fireplace permit $50; occupancy permit where no building permit is needed $200; mover application $100.
Starting work without a permit, if a stop-work order is issued, adds 100% of the permit fee.
The bylaw does not say whether cards or online payment are accepted. Ask Town Hall at 250-242-4242.
The bylaw posted is the 2013 original. No later change to Schedule A was found, so confirm current fees with the Building Official.