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 "answer": "In the City of Courtenay, British Columbia, building permit rules are set by Building Bylaw No. 3114, verified 2026-08-28. Permit required for: Construction, alteration, demolition, relocation, change of use or occupancy of buildings/structures, and plumbing or fire suppression systems. Permit fees: $150 + 1% of the value of construction for Building Permits; other fees vary by permit type in Appendix A. Administered by: Building Official designated or appointed by the City.",
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 "country": "CA",
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 "label": "Building permits",
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   "adopted_date": "2023-11-22",
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    "permit_required_for": "Construction, alteration, demolition, relocation, change of use or occupancy of buildings/structures, and plumbing or fire suppression systems.",
    "exemptions": "Accessory buildings <10 square metres, decks <0.6 meters high, non-structural retaining walls, fences, tents, greenhouses, plumbing fixture replacement, pools, CSA Z240 buildings, chimneys.",
    "fee_basis": "$150 + 1% of the value of construction for Building Permits; other fees vary by permit type in Appendix A.",
    "authority": "Building Official designated or appointed by the City.",
    "fine_range": "Fine not less than $3,000; surcharge 50% of permit fee or $10,000.00, whichever is the greater."
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   "fact_citations": {
    "permit_required_for": "s. 4.1, 7.1",
    "exemptions": "s. 3.3(b)-(l)",
    "fee_basis": "Appendix A - Fees and Charges",
    "authority": "s. 6.2(a), 16.1(h)",
    "fine_range": "s. 15.2(a), 15.4"
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