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Homeowner

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Getting Started

Permits are required for all gas and electrical work being undertaken by homeowners. However, in some cases those permits are issued by Technical Safety BC and in other cases, they are issued by the municipality. As a starting point, check this listing to determine whose jurisdiction the work is in.

Homeowner Permits

Apply for electrical permit
Apply for gas permit
Obtain propane storage tank operating permit
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Forms and Fees
Complaint Submission - Form 1093
Electrical Homeowner Inspection Request Form 1011
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Electrical Installation Permit - Homeowner Form 1259
PDF Version
Electrical Installation Permit Amendment Form 1423
Electrical Temporary Construction Operating Permit Homeowner Form 1445
FOI Request for Information Form 1003
Gas Homeowner Inspection Request Form 1547
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Regulatory Notices
25 August 2022

Information Bulletin: Adoption of BC Electrical Code, 2021 Edition

5 August 2022

Information Bulletin: Approval of manufactured homes and factory-built structures

24 May 2022

Directive: Temporary Construction and Portable Heaters

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