Burnaby City Hall – West Building – Burnaby, BC

Burnaby City Hall – West Building

Planning and Building Department

• Permits: Building, electrical, and plumbing permits
• Engineering: Infrastructure and development services
• Zoning: Land use and planning inquiries

The West Building of the Burnaby City Hall complex is the operational hub for the Planning and Building Department as well as the Engineering Department. This is the primary destination for contractors, developers, and homeowners undertaking construction or renovation projects. The facility handles the intake and review of all building permit applications to ensure compliance with the BC Building Code and municipal bylaws. 🏗️📐

In addition to structural permits, the West Building provides services related to engineering infrastructure, such as water, sewer, and road usage permits. Staff are available to assist with zoning inquiries, secondary suite legalization, and tree cutting permits. It is a critical center for urban development regulation in the city. 🌳🚧

Key Departments

• Building Division: Inspections and permit issuance.
• Engineering: Traffic, water, and waste management.
• Planning: Development applications and rezoning.

Visitors typically come here to submit architectural plans, pay permit fees, or consult with city planners. The building operates on the same campus as the main City Hall, benefiting from the same transit connections and parking facilities. 🏢📋