Building Bulletins, Bylaws & Policies
Find information on building notices, processes, bylaws and policies.
Closure notice
City Hall will be closed for the holiday season beginning Wednesday, December 25, 2024 and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025. During the closure, we will not accept building permit applications, permits will not be issued, and building, electrical, plumbing and tree inspections will not be available.
Before the closure, please plan ahead accordingly:
Building permit applications:
We will accept building permit applications until midday, Tuesday, December 24.
Inspections:
If there are extenuating circumstances for your inspection, please contact your Inspector directly for more information.
Questions?
If you have questions about your permit or inspection, please allow sufficient time for staff to respond before Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Otherwise, a response will be provided in the new year.
Best wishes for the holiday season and a prosperous new year. We look forward to working with you in the new year.
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2015
- Part 9 Energy Efficiency
- Builders' Forum Presentation - Part 9 Energy Efficiency Regulations:
- Building Permit Fee Notice
2013
- New Inspection Procedures for Single Family Dwelling Permits
- North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS) Specs for Windows, Doors and Skylights
- Temporary Tents
- New Building Bylaw Effective January 15, 2013
General notices
- 2012 British Columbia Building Code
- New Process for Requesting Building Records Search
- Change to Call in Cut-Off Time for Building Inspection Services
- Damage to City Services by Construction Works on Private Property
- Construction Site Health and Safety Expectations
City bylaws & policies
- Building Bylaw No. 2012, No. 17850
- Surrey Zoning Bylaw 12000
- Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw No. 21181
- Issuance of Building Permits for Replacement Single Family Dwellings, City Policy 0-45 (The bond has increased from $5000 to $30,000)
- Mobile Homes and Trailer Regulation Bylaw No. 6142
- Surrey Private Swimming Pool Fencing Regulation Bylaw No. 4450
- Tree Protection Bylaw No. 16100
Related links
Past bulletins
- A Guide to Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) on Small Construction Sites
- Availability of Approved Plans at Time of Inspection
- Building Permit Applications for Lots in New Subdivisions
- Building Permit Plan Requirements for House Move
- Construction Hours
- Disposal of Drywall (Gyproc)
- Site Plan and Building Elevation Drawings
- Structural Engineering Requirements for Buildings Designed Under the Part 9 of the BC Building Code
- Submission of Residential Building Plan
- Survey Certificates
