Winnipeg.ca : Planning Property & Development: Permits (UD)

Residential Building Permits

House Additions / Attached Garages

The Online Permit Application is Currently Being Developed

To apply for your permit please visit the Zoning and Permits Office at Unit 31 – 30 Fort Street.

Our Hours of Operation are Tuesday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Mondays 8:30 am to 4:30 pm are reserved for telephone inquiries and completed application drop-offs. This enables Zoning and Permits staff to process building and development applications received throughout the week.

Application Requirements:

Two sets of full construction plans, showing foundation details, architectural details and including site plan showing the location of existing structures on the site.
Copy of a Surveyor’s Building Location Certificate – may be waived if sufficient detail on site plan
Two copies of site plan
Completed application form

Separate permits are required for electrical and plumbing

Each permit application requires all of the information shown on the application form and must be submitted to the Zoning and Permits office. Your application visit will take less time if you complete the application form in advance.

Additional Information:

House Additions
A 20-page guide to the plans required when applying for a building permit for a house addition.
2,685 KB | Download | En Français
Electrical Installations
A 32-page homeowners’ guide for electrical installations in single- family dwellings, detached garages and sheds.
1,269 KB | Download | En Français
Plumbing Installations
An 18-page homeowner’s guide to the City of Winnipeg’s plumbing requirements for single-family dwellings.
713 KB | Download | En Français

Last update: February 12, 2010

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