Building & Renovating

Whether you’re building, developing or subdividing in Anmore, it’s important to know what is required in terms of permits, bylaws, inspections and other codes or advisories.

Some information you need to know before you begin any construction or renovation in Anmore:

  • The property owner is responsible for ensuring that all permits and forms are completed and on file with the Village of Anmore, and that any construction or renovation project is in compliance with Village bylaws. Click on the options below to access all Building Department related permits, forms and bylaws:
  • All trades working on your construction project must have a valid business licence to work in the Village of Anmore. If necessary, direct trades to the business licence application on the Village website.
  • Ensure your contractor has portable sanitary facilities on site if no facilities are available.

  • Review the Do I Need a Building Permit checklist.

Construction Noise

We are part of a semi-rural residential community, so ensure you and your contractors are always considerate of your neighbours. By bylaw no construction noise is permitted:

  • Monday to Friday, before 7am & after 7pm

  • Saturdays, before 9am & after 4pm

  • Sundays and Holidays* at any time.

* Holidays means Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, British Columbia Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day and  Remembrance Day

Construction Noise is defined in Anmore’s Noise Control Bylaw as follows:

“Construction Noise means noise from commercial construction, specifically the erection, demolition, construction, reconstruction, alteration or repair of any building and the construction or installation of subdivision infrastructure including heavy equipment and trucks.”

Calling for an inspection

The Village does all inspections except for electrical and gas inspections. Please complete an Inspection Request Form to book an inspection. We also recommend contacting the Village Hall with a minimum notice of one business day to schedule building or plumbing inspections.

Building & Renovating Resources

  • Building Guide:
    Use this convenient guide to learn more about what is required when building or renovating, including requirements such as water meters, soil deposits, tree removal Building Advisories and links to the Building Code.

  • Subdivision Application Process:
    Learn about subdivision applications, which are required when changing or creating new property (lot) boundaries.

In this section:

Building Guide

The Building Guide highlights some of the key requirements when building in Anmore.

Building Requirements

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Coach House Requirements

There are a number of factors that may impact the viability and the size of a coach house that is permitted on a property. The Anmore Zoning Bylaw will allow for a better understanding of the overall requirements.

Development Updates

The following are the approved development applications in the Village of Anmore.