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Building and Development Permits Building permits are required for all work on buildings to which the National Building Code of Canada applies, and all buildings over 625 square feet (56.08 square metres); including the construction of new buildings, and the alteration, renovation, reconstruction, demolition, removal and relocation of existing buildings. Development permits are required for all work on buildings or structures under 625 square feet (56.08 square metres), accessory structures not intended for overnight accommodation, and for the location of mini-homes or mobile homes on non-permanent foundations. Building and development permits are required to protect both the property owner and the surrounding community by ensuring that any proposed construction is in conformity with applicable regulations. Building permits are also required to ensure that construction meets National Building Code of Canada standards. Building and development permit applications may be completed at any of the three Rural Planning District Commission offices - in Fredericton, St. Stephen, or Woodstock. The following information will be required to complete an Application for a Building Permit : - Contact name and information for the owner, contractors and subcontractors;
- Property location and address;
- Lot size and dimensions;
- Location of building(s) on the lot (setbacks);
- Construction details, including:
- Foundation wall size, footing size;
- Floor joist size, spacing and span;
- Wall framing size and spacing;
- Roofing trusses, rafter size and span;
- Estimated cost of construction.
For more information on building permits, or for assistance completing your Application for a Building Permit , please contact the building inspector at the Rural Planning District Commission office serving your area.
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