Building & Plumbing Permit Applications & Forms Permit Applications A permit is required to ensure that work complies with the Manitoba Building Code and other relevant City of Brandon by-laws. Property owners are ultimately responsible to ensure that a permit has been obtained prior to any work commencing on their property. A property owner may delegate another person or firm to obtain a permit on their behalf by providing Development Services with written permission upon application submittal. There are two ways to apply for a permit: Use this link to navigate to our online application portal Or Apply in person at the AR McDiarmid Complex - Door D 638 Princess Ave The information provided in each category below contains general requirements for several different permit types. This is a general list, and more requirements may be requested depending on the nature of your building project. Permit Applications A permit is required to ensure that work complies with the Manitoba Building Code and other relevant City of Brandon by-laws. Property owners are ultimately responsible to ensure that a permit has been obtained prior to any work commencing on their property. A property owner may delegate another person or firm to obtain a permit on their behalf by providing Development Services with written permission upon application submittal. There are two ways to apply for a permit: Use this link to navigate to our online application portal Or Apply in person at the AR McDiarmid Complex - Door D 638 Princess Ave The information provided in each category below contains general requirements for several different permit types. This is a general list, and more requirements may be requested depending on the nature of your building project. 2022 Flood Protection Subsidy Program Flood Protection Subsidy Application Form (100 KB) The Sewer Back-up Subsidy Program provides subsidy funding for property owners wanting to install either a sump pump and pit and/or a backwater valve in their home or business. The construction of new buildings will not be considered for this program. Subsidy funding is available for up to 75% of the total materials and installation cost up to a maximum of $2,500 for the sump pump and pit and up to a maximum of $1,500 for the backwater valve. Work must be completed by a licensed plumber in order to qualify for funding. This program is open for all property owners within City of Brandon boundaries starting on April 4, 2022. To qualify for the 2022 program: Obtain a quote from a licensed plumber. If both components are being installed the quote must list the two items separately to show individual costs. The plumber must supply a drawing that includes: Location and type of back water valve relative to basement plumbing Location of sump pit Discharge location of sump pump on exterior of house With the quote and the required drawing(s) apply for a flood protection permit either in person at the City of Brandon Development Services Division (638 Princess Avenue, 7th Street entrance), or via our online portal at permits.brandon.ca. At this point in the process, you will be considered accepted into the program. This program requires a minimum of two inspections by an inspector from the City of Brandon. The first inspection occurs after the components are installed and are still visible for inspection. Another inspection is required after backfill when the work is complete. Work performed must pass both inspections in order for subsidy funding to occur. Owners are encouraged to have their contractor onsite for all inspections. Once the work has passed the final inspection, submit proof of payment to the City of Brandon Development Services Division in the form of the paid plumbers invoice. A cheque will be issued and mailed to you from the City of Brandon for the approved subsidy amount. The waiting period is approximately 30 days from the day of final inspector and/or submission of a paid invoice. This program has a retroactive component. Installation of components that occurred January 1, 2020, or later, will be considered for subsidy funding if all conditions of the program are met which include but aren’t limited to: a permit is in place the work has passed an inspection by the City of Brandon proof of payment to the plumber in full Applications into the program must be made no later than November 30, 2022, with all work, inspections and the previously noted paperwork submitted to the City of Brandon on December 15, 2022. Sump Pit and Pump Regulation (295 KB) Sump Pit Detail A (143 KB) Sump Pit Detail B (142 KB) Addition To apply for an addition permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (478 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (20 KB) Deck To apply for a deck permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (159 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (478 KB)) Building a Deck (992 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Demolition Demolition permits follow a process that is different from other permits. Submit your completed Application Form (128 KB), Hazardous Materials Acknowledgement (427 KB) and External Agency Sign Off's (153 KB). The permit review cannot be completed without this information being submitted. Asbestos - Frequently Asked Questions (302 KB) Detached Garage or Shed To apply for a detached garage or shed permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (478 KB)) Building a Garage (1.62 MB) Building a Shed (785 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Other Information: Building a Detached Garage Brochure (1.11 MB) Fence A permit is NOT required for a fence. However, a permit may be required for other structures that require a fence (e.g. a swimming pool). Constructing a Fence (421 KB) Home Based Business License Application Form (605 KB) To operate a business out of your residence, you need to first obtain two approvals: The first is a development permit. A development permit, issued by the Planning, Property and Buildings Department, allows business activities to be conducted from a residential property under the Zoning By-law. The second is a business license. A business license, issued by the Licensing Department, legally allows you to operate a business. If you are establishing a new business in your residence, or you are changing the parameters of your existing business (e.g. change of address, changing the number of clients on your residential property), you must complete the Home-Based Business Application Form. The application form must be submitted to the Planning, Property and Buildings Department at the A.R. McDiarmid Civic Complex, 638 Princess Avenue. The license must be renewed annually through the Licensing Department at City Hall (410 - 9th Street, main floor). Methane Gas Methane Gas Probe Data and Policy Statement: Methane Gas Probe Data (79 KB) Methane Gas Sites City Policy (790.75 KB) Detailed Drawing No. 1 (38 KB) Detailed Drawing No. 2 (optional) (32 KB) Maps: Methane Gas Site Index Map (401 KB) P1 (392 KB) P2 (472 KB) P3A (458 KB) P3B (269 KB) P4 (253 KB) P5 (306 KB) P6 (450 KB) P7 (540 KB) P8 (352 KB) P9 (310 KB) P10 (61 KB) P11 (124 KB) Mobile Home Location To apply for a mobile home location permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (316 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Mobile Home Information (162 KB) Multi-Unit Dwelling 2-4 Dwelling Units To apply for a multi-unit dwelling 2-4 dwelling units, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Site & Landscaping Plan (572 KB) Lot Grading & Drainage Plan (577 KB) Site Servicing (152 KB) Building Plans (20 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Multi-Unit Dwelling 5 or More Dwelling Units A development permit is required for a multi-unit dwelling of 5 or more dwelling units. A development permit only approves the site for development, a building permit is still required prior to constructing any buildings on a site. To apply for the development permit, you will need to submit the following information: Development Permit Application Form (490 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Site Plan (587 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Lot Grading & Drainage Plan (577 KB) Site Servicing (152 KB) Landscape Plan (563 KB) Traffic Impact Study Information To apply for the building permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (159 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (20 KB) Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Non-Residential A development permit is required for a non-residential development. A development permit only approves the site for development, a building permit is still required prior to constructing any buildings on a site. To apply for the development permit, you will need to submit the following information: Development Permit Application Form (490 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Site Plan (587 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Lot Grading & Drainage Plan (577 KB) Site Servicing (153 KB) Landscape Plan (563 KB) Traffic Impact Study Information To apply for the building permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (254 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (20 KB) Plumbing, Heating & Ventilation A plumbing permit is required to construct, extend, alter, renew, or repair a plumbing system, or make a connection to a sewer. A plumbing permit is not required when a valve, faucet, fixture, or service water heater is repaired or replaced, a stoppage cleared, or a leak repaired, if no change to the piping is required. Application Form - Interior Plumbing (59 KB) Application Form - Water & Sewer (84 KB) Change Notice - 2010 Manitoba Plumbing Code Interpretation - Sanitary Building Drains (80 KB)* Guidelines to Plumbing Inspection (112 KB) Heating & Ventilation Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Earth Energy Heating Systems (137 KB) Certification of Earth Energy Heating System (346 KB) Heat Recovery Ventilator Balancing (381 KB) Heating and Ventilation Fee (65 KB) Hydronic Heating Systems (135 KB) Certification of Hydronic Heating System (345 KB) Private Property Building Sewer & Water Service Pipe Installations (141 KB) Sewer & Water Insulation Detail (141 KB) Change Notice - Water Meter Sizing (88 KB) Change to Sewer & Water Permit Issuance Process (52 KB) Renovation To apply for a renovation permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans Additional Information: Guidelines for Developing a Suite (651 KB) Secondary Suite A secondary suite is a self-contained dwelling unit, subsidiary to, and located on the same site as a single-family dwelling that is owner-occupied. The three types of permissible secondary suites are: Attached suite Garage suite Detached suite To apply for a secondary suite permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (315 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (20 KB) Additional Information Secondary Suite Handout (445 KB) Owner Occupancy Requirement for Secondary Suites and Boarding Houses Policy (134 KB) Sign - Fascia or Pylon *Fascia signs require a separate permit for each building elevation.* To apply for a sign permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (432 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (20 KB) Elevations (545 KB) Sign - Temporary All temporary signs on private property must comply and be placed in accordance with the Temporary Sign By-law (248 KB). Some types of temporary signs require permits. A temporary sign permit is required for: Development signs, unless the site is under construction Mobile signs Vehicle and trailer signs A temporary sign permit is not required for signs regarding and for use at community or charitable events. These types of signs can be displayed for a maximum of 21 days. Temporary signs which do not require a permit still have restrictions such as where they can be placed on a property. Please refer to the by-law prior to erecting a temporary sign. To apply for a temporary sign permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan ( Sample Site Plan (432 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (173 KB) Single Detached Dwelling To apply for a single detached dwelling permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site & Landscaping Plan (572 KB) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Building Plans (20 KB) Elevations/Cross Sections (545 KB) Heating & Ventilation Plan (79 KB) Lot grading sheet Swimming Pool & Hot Tub To apply for a swimming pool or hot tub permit, you will need to submit the following information: Application Form (158 KB) Site Plan (Sample Site Plan (432 KB)) Property Owner Authorization (174 KB) *Note - This is only necessary if you are not the property owner.* Specifications (Above Ground Pool/Hot Tub) Engineer Certified Plans (Inground Pool) *Prior to installing your pool or hot tub, you are required to locate any buried utilities within your yard. Please visit clickbeforeyoudigmb.com before starting your project to ensure your pool or hot tub does not obstruct any utilities.* Other Information: Swimming Pool Information (216 KB) Hot Tub Information (129 KB) Vacant or Derelict Building Application Form (95 KB) Boarded Building Process Flowchart (106 KB) Vacant Building Process Flowchart (181 KB) Vacant and Derelict Building By-law No. 7007 (252 KB) Flow Chart - Vacant Building (Related to By-law No. 7007) (182 KB) Flow Chart - Boarded Buildings (Related to By-law No. 7007) (107 KB) By-laws & Additional Resources Building By-law No. 7258 (457 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Existing Buildings (126 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Signs (164 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Steel Piles (161 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Residential Garage Separations (160 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Residential Wood Buring Appliances (157 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Pressure Testing Of Plumbing Systems (330 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Retaining Walls (206 KB) Concrete Retaining Wall - Model (13 KB) Precast Block Retaining Wall - Model (17 KB) Wood Retaining Wall-Model (25 KB) Building By-law No. 7258 - Sump Pit Regulation (296 KB) Sump Pit Regulation Drawing A (143 KB) Sump Pit Regulation Drawing B (142 KB) Sump Pit Regulation Drawing C (173 KB) Building Safety & Property Standards By-law No. 6060 (214 KB) and Index (64.0 KB) Schedule "D" (834 KB) City of Brandon Zoning By-law 7124 Development Permit Procedure (622 KB) Energy Code Policy (300 KB) Lot Grading, Drainage and Elevations By-law No. 6626 (63.0 KB) Residential Interim Occupancy Certificates (79 KB) Stop Work Order Procedure (320 KB) Permit Rules and Regulations (35 KB) Responsibilities For Those Involved In Construction (118 KB) Inspection Requirements for Residential Occupancies (69 KB) 9.36 Energy Efficiency - User's Guide and Reference Manual (758 KB) Guidelines to Residential Final Inspection (103 KB) 2010 Editions of the National Building Code of Canada (NB), National Fire Code of Canada (NFC), and National Plumbing Code of Canada (NPC) Required Documents for Residential Properties (77 KB)
