Surrey Permit Fees & Deposits Guide
Bylaw fee schedules, sliding valuation scales, refundable damage deposits, and required upfront plan check deposits for construction in Surrey, BC.
When budgeting a construction or renovation project in Surrey, municipal permit fees and refundable damage securities represent essential upfront expenditures. Rather than simple flat charges, Surrey calculates building permit costs based on total construction value, paired with refundable damage deposits to protect public infrastructure.
Whether you are planning a secondary suite, laneway dwelling, custom single-family home, multiplex addition, or commercial tenant improvement, this guide clarifies how City Hall calculates fees, what securities are required at intake, and how to submit complete drawing packages for first-round approval.
Surrey Permit Fee Quick Calculator
Official Bylaw Sliding Scale Estimator
Select your project classification and enter estimated construction valuation below to calculate the base permit rate, upfront intake plan check deposit, and refundable damage deposits.
* Damage deposits are held by Surrey and refunded upon final building inspection approval. Does not include trade permits (plumbing/electrical/gas) or regional DCC development charges.
How Surrey Assesses Your Permit Fees
Value Assessment
City examiners evaluate declared contract costs against standardized valuation schedules ($/sq ft).
Bylaw Sliding Scale
Base fees scale progressively based on project scope, square footage, and declared value.
Security Deposits
Refundable damage deposit protects sidewalks, boulevards, curbs, and road assets during construction.
Intake Plan Check
An intake deposit initiates active plan examination with Surrey building officials.
City of Surrey - 2025 Permit Fees Guide
A summary of common Permit fees for new builds, renovations, and tenant improvements in Surrey, based on the 2025 fee schedule. To calculate the main Building Permit fee, please use the City's online calculator (link below). Important: The calculator shows the 35% upfront deposit, not the total fee. For example, for a $100,000 residential construction, the calculator shows a $506.80 deposit, meaning the total fee is $1,448.
| Category / Project Scope | Minimum / Base Fee | Incremental Rate / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial TI | ||
| Interior alterations | $224 | This is the minimum fee It scales with construction value |
| Damage Deposit | ||
| Required for work valued over $20,000 | $2,500 | Refundable upon Project completion. |
| Demolition Permit | ||
| Existing building | $583 | Flat fee |
| Sign Permit | ||
| New exterior signage | $97 | Flat fee |
Navigating Surrey Hall Shouldn't Delay Your Build
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