West Vancouver Permit Fees & Deposits Guide
Bylaw fee schedules, sliding valuation scales, refundable damage deposits, and required upfront plan check deposits for construction in West Vancouver, BC.
When budgeting a construction or renovation project in West Vancouver, municipal permit fees and refundable damage securities represent essential upfront expenditures. Rather than simple flat charges, West Vancouver 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.
West Vancouver 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 West Vancouver and refunded upon final building inspection approval. Does not include trade permits (plumbing/electrical/gas) or regional DCC development charges.
How West Vancouver 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 West Vancouver building officials.
2025 Permit Fees & Costs Guide
Typical 2025 Permit fees for homes, renovations, and commercial projects. Fees are usually paid in stages.
| Category / Project Scope | Minimum / Base Fee | Incremental Rate / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $5,001.00 - $250,000.99 Construction Value | $145.00 | plus $14.30 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $5,001.00 |
| $250,001.00 - $500,000.99 Construction Value | $3,648.00 | plus $13.60 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $250,001.00 |
| $500,001.00 - $750,000.99 Construction Value | $7,048.00 | plus $12.40 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $500,001.00 |
| $750,001.00 and over Construction Value | $10,148.00 | plus $11.30 for each $1,000.00 or part thereof over $750,001.00 |
| $1,001.00 - $10,000.99 Value of Works | $145.00 | plus $8.25 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $1,000.00 |
| $10,001.00 - $50,000.99 Value of Works | $890.00 | plus $3.70 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $10,000.00 |
| $50,001.00 - $100,000.99 Value of Works | $2,375.00 | plus $3.15 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $50,000.00 |
| $100,001.00 - $250,000.99 Value of Works | $3,940.00 | plus $2.30 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $100,000.00 |
| $250,001.00 and over Value of Works | $7,545.00 | plus $1.80 for each $100.00 or part thereof over $250,000.00 |
| More than four (4) plumbing fixtures | $145.00 | plus $30.00 for each additional plumbing fixture |
| Roof Drainage (Single Family Dwellings and Duplex) | $92.00 | |
| Fire sprinkler system | $145.00 | plus $3.55 for sprinkler head |
| Demolition of Accessory Building | $145.00 | |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $145.00 | First re-inspection is free, $145.00 for second re-inspection, $290.00 for third re-inspection, $580.00 for fourth re-inspection and any additional inspections |
| Building Permit Fees | ||
| $0.00 - $5,000.99 Construction Value | $145.00 | |
| Drainage Permit Fees | ||
| Drain Tile (Single Family Dwellings and Duplex) | $145.00 | |
| Electrical Permit Fees | ||
| $0.00 - $1,000.99 Value of Works | $145.00 | |
| Hot Water Heating & Fire Sprinkler System Permit Fees | ||
| Residential or Commercial Hot Water Heating | $145.00 | plus $3.55 for 1,000 BTU or part thereof of heating appliance input |
| Miscellaneous Fees | ||
| Demolition of Single Family or Duplex | $1,965.00 | |
| Plumbing Permit Fees | ||
| 0-4 plumbing fixtures | $145.00 | Minimum Plumbing Permit Fee |
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