Permit Application Guides
The city provides guides for different project types. These pages contain the relevant forms, checklists, and bulletins.
1
Accessible Laneway/Carriage House Guide (PDF)
2
Commercial Tenant Improvements Guide
3
Commercial Fraser Health Approvals
4
Commercial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)
5
Deck Construction Guide (PDF)
6
Demolition Permit Guide
7
Detached Garage Guide (PDF)
8
E-Inspection Brochure (PDF)
9
Hydronic Heating Guide
10
Inspection Scheduling Guide
11
Laneway and Carriage Houses Guide
12
Multi-Family Residential Alterations Guide
13
Plumbing Permit Guide
14
Residential & Accessory Buildings Guide
15
Secondary Suites Guide
16
Services Permit Guide
17
Sign Permit Guide
City of New Westminster - Building Permit Fees (Bylaw No. 8478)
Selected building permit, administrative, and related fees extracted from Schedule ‘A’ of the City of New Westminster Bylaw No. 8478, 2024.
Guide only — official fees are determined by the City at time of application and are subject to change. Some fees are subject to GST.
| Category | Minimum Fee | Notes / Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Valuation Fees | ||
| Application Fee | $165.00 | Non-refundable |
| Construction Value Up to $50,000 | $18.00 | per $1,000 (or fraction thereof) |
| Construction Value $50,001 - $150,000 | $16.00 | per $1,000 (or fraction thereof) |
| Construction Value Over $150,000 | $14.00 | per $1,000 (or fraction thereof) |
| Plan Review Fee (Collected at Application) | 50% of total Building Permit Fee | Min $165.00 Max $20,000.00 Non-refundable |
| Discount for Registered Professionals | 1% Discount | On building permit fee (Max $500.00) |
| Demolition Permits | ||
| Application Fee | $165.00 | Non-refundable |
| Permit Fee (Accessory Building) | $165.00 | Per building |
| Permit Fee (All Other Structures) | $1,405.00 | Minimum fee |
| Waste Recycling Fee (Single Family / Comm.) | $301 non-refundable + $5,305 refundable | Per building |
| Waste Recycling Fee (Accessory Structures) | $301 non-refundable + $1,592 refundable | Per building |
| Administrative & Miscellaneous | ||
| Work Without Permit (Penalty) | Double Permit Fee | Max penalty of $25,000.00 |
| Permit Extension | $165.00 | Plus $82.50/hour for staff review time |
| Permit Transfer (Owner or Contractor) | $165.00 | Plus $82.50/hour for staff review time |
| Revisions to Permit (Prior to or after issuance) | $165.00 | Minimum fee, or $82.50/hour staff time |
| Alternate Solution Review | $579.00 | Up to two items (plus GST) |
| Inspections | ||
| Re-inspection Fee (3rd Inspection) | $165.00 | Plus GST |
| Re-inspection Fee (4th Inspection) | $324.00 | Plus GST |
| Re-inspection Fee (5th Inspection) | $484.00 | Plus GST |
| Special Inspection (During normal hours) | $165.00 | Minimum fee, or $82.50/hour staff time |
| Bonds & Securities | ||
| Delayed Demolition Security Deposit | $50,000.00 | |
| Temporary Building Security Deposit | $25,000.00 | |
| Sign Permits | ||
| New Sign | $558.00 | |
| Face Change (Existing Permitted Sign) | $165.00 | |
Zoning Information
Height Restrictions
Maximum building heights for different zones.
Setback Requirements
Understand required building setbacks for your property.
Zoning Districts
Learn about New Westminster's zoning districts and what's permitted in each.
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