Application Forms & Resources

Apply for an Energy Step Code Incentive Rebate

Step 2 of the BC Energy Step Code will apply to applications for Part 9 buildings received after April 30, 2021 See the Building Industry Newsletter for details

• Step Code Incentive Rebate Application Form
• Step Code Rebate Policy

Building Permit Application Form 

• Building Permit Application Form

How to Apply for a Permit / Make a Payment / Pick Up a Permit / Schedule an Inspection

• How to Guide

Submit an online Building Permit Application

• Digital Application Guide
• Request an Upload Link by emailing the completed application form to building@northcowichan.ca

Building Permit Guides and Checklists 

• Accessory Building / Garage Permit
• Addition Permit
• Demolition Permit
• Moving Permit
• Part 3 Buildings (Commerical/Multi-Family/Industrial)
• Part 9 Buildings (Commercial/Multi-Family/Industrial)
• Renovation Permit 
• Single Family Dwelling and Duplex - Checklist
• Site Plan Requirements
• Step Code Pre-Construction Report

Additional Forms

• Agent Authorization Form
• Application for Highway Access Permit (Driveway Access Permit) Single Family and Duplex - Required for new Single Family Dwelling and Duplex Applications 
• Application for Highway Access Permit (Driveway Access Permit) Major  - Required for projects larger than Single Family Dwelling or Duplex
• Ministry of Environment - Site Disclosure Statement *New Requirement as of February 1, 2021*
• Sign Permit Application Form
• Plumbing Permit Application Form

Step Code Forms

• Step Code Pre-Construction Report
• Step Code Mid-Construction Report
• Step Code As-Built Report

When you have gathered all applicable supporting documents and are ready to apply for your permit, please call 250.746.3104 or email building@northcowichan.ca regarding current application submission options. 

Related Information

• Access to Municipal Records
• Building Bylaw
• Building Inspection List
• Building Permit Fees Guide
• Fees Bylaw
• Plumbing Declaration Form
• Radon Rough-in Requirements
• Schedules / Letters of Assurance - Sample
• Ventilation Checklist

Other Useful Resources

• BC Building Code, Plumbing and Fire Codes available online www.bcpublications.ca
• Owner Builder Authorization Exam Requirements available through the Licencing & Consumer Services Branch of BC Housing
• Registered Warranty Builder Forms available through the Licencing & Consumer Services Branch of BC Housing

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