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Includes carport, gazebo and accessory structures
Minor structures under 1.85 metres (6 feet) do not require permits: barbecue, bird feeder, dog house, playhouse, flagpole, fire pit, lawn sculpture.
For structures attached to a house or within 0.9 m (3 feet) of a house see Home Additions
A site plan is required for all applications. Follow the steps below to submit a correct site plan and minimize application processing times.
If your property is located on a corner lot, see the corner lots section.
Shed and Accessory Structures Restrictions
Detached Garage Restrictions - Vehicle Doors Face Back Lane
Detached Garage Restrictions - Vehicle Doors Face Side Property Line
Detached Garage Restrictions - Vehicle Doors Face Street
See the Zoning Bylaw for a current definition of corner lots.
If your property is located on a corner lot you can:
All projects require a site plan to be submitted with your application.
Sample Garage/Shed Site Plan & Checklist
Sample Roof Midpoint Calculations
Homeowners and/or contractors are responsible for ensuring that designs and construction meet safety codes.
The following items are often overlooked:
Where roof framing bears on the garage overhead doorway, header beams must be:
Design drawings are required for all custom built structures.
Most projects require a development permit and a building permit. City staff will determine which permits and fees apply to your project.
Each application is unique. Typical applications involve the following fees:
2022 Fixed Price Application Fees Effective January 1, 2022 |
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Permit Type | Permit Fee | Safety Codes Fee | Total |
Development Permit | $123 | - | $120 |
Building Permit | $114 | $4.56 | $118.56 |
Electrical Permit | $152 | $6.08 | $158.08 |
Plumbing Permit | $114 | $4.56 | $118.56 |
Heating, Cooling or Ventilation (HVAC) Permit | $114 | $4.56 | $118.56 |
Gas Permit | $114 | $4.56 | $118.56 |
Additional charges may apply when the permits are obtained after a structure is built.
See the
(effective January 1, 2022) for more information. Additional fees may apply.There are several ways to make a payment.
To apply in person complete the following documents and visit the Edmonton Service Centre located in the Edmonton Tower Building. There are several ways to make a payment.
Required For All Applications:
Kits, Packages and Pre-Assembled Structures:
Custom Built Structures:
City staff will review your application to ensure your project complies with the City of Edmonton Zoning Bylaw and applicable Safety Codes.
Application processing times vary.
See up-to-date processing times for building permits and inspections.
City staff may request additional information at various stages of the Development Permit and Building Permit process. To learn how to reply to a more information request in selfserve.edmonton.ca, see the More Information Requested (MIR) Guide.
Changes to your submitted application may be subject to additional fees. To make changes while your application is in progress Contact Us. To make changes after your permit has been issued contact the Permit Issuer identified on your permit.
Inspections may be required at various stages of your project. Review your building permit conditions to understand when to request inspections.
Online Applications: Schedule your inspection online after your permit has been issued.
In Person Applications: Call 311 to book your inspection once your permit has been issued.
To learn more visit Safety Codes Inspection Services.