Secondary Suite Permit
Apply for a Secondary Suite Permit for legal secondary suites or structures.
You need a permit for legal secondary suites and structures.
How to apply
Download the Guide to Applying for a Legal Secondary Suite.
Complete the Building Permit Application Form and submit the required documents, plans, and fees by email or in-person.
Digital permit intakes
Planning & Development permits can be submitted by email to permitapplication@surrey.ca.
Before submitting your application, review the digital submission guide. You will be contacted once we have reviewed your submission.
Required documents
Include the following documents with your application:
- a Building Permit Application Form; and
- a current Title Search of the property (may be obtained from the Land Title Office).
Drawing requirements
Include the following plans with your application:
- one (1) set of plans:
- all applicable site plan(s), floor plan(s).
Fees
The building permit fee is due at the time of your application. If applicable, a damage deposit must be paid at the time of application.
After you apply
Once the plan reviewer is satisfied that all the requirements have been met, the building permit will be issued and the applicant will be notified. You will be required to have the drawings at the location at all times during construction.
