In the Town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, building permit rules are set by Town of Lunenburg By-law No. 31, Building By-law (with 1994 and 2001 amendments), verified 2026-10-18. Permit required for: Constructing, altering, repairing, relocating, or installing a building; non-structural repairs over $5,000. Permit fees: $20.00 minimum non-refundable fee plus 0.2% of construction value. Administered by: Council of the Town of Lunenburg and its inspectors.
Town of Lunenburg By-law No. 31, Building By-law (with 1994 and 2001 amendments)
adopted bylaw
permit required for
Constructing, altering, repairing, relocating, or installing a building; non-structural repairs over $5,000.
Part II - Permits 2(a), 3(g) amendment; Part I 1(f)
exemptions
Accessory buildings ≤20 m²; fences <2 m; siding over existing finish; storm windows; ground-level patios/walkways; replacing roofing; non-structural repairs ≤$5,000.
Part II - Permits 3(a)-(g); 3(g) amendment
fee basis
$20.00 minimum non-refundable fee plus 0.2% of construction value.
s. 19(a) as amended
authority
Council of the Town of Lunenburg and its inspectors
s. 1(b)
scout note
Town of Lunenburg Building By-law 31: certified amendments (1994 fee changes; later raised $1,000 permit threshold to $5,000, occupancy permit rule). Scanned PDF; amendments only, not full text.
Building and Fire Inspection
Town issues development and heritage permits; building permit applications are forwarded to the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg, which delivers building inspection.