In the City of Vancouver, British Columbia, building permit rules are set by Vancouver Building By-law No. 14343 (2025 Vancouver Building By-law, Book I General & Book II Plumbing Systems), verified 2026-09-24. Exemptions: accessory buildings less than 10 m2 in building area that do not create a hazard. Administered by: Chief Building Official.
Vancouver Building By-law No. 14343 (2025 Vancouver Building By-law, Book I General & Book II Plumbing Systems)
adopted bylaw
exemptions
accessory buildings less than 10 m2 in building area that do not create a hazard
s. 1.1.1.1.(2)(e)
authority
Chief Building Official
s. 1.4.1.2
scout note
Vancouver administers its own building code under the Vancouver Charter. By-law 14343 (in force since Sept 15, 2025) replaces By-law 12511 and covers building (Book I) and plumbing (Book II); a permit is required for new construction, alteration, or demolition.