Commercial permits
As of January 1, 2024, new Manitoba Building, Plumbing, Energy and Fire Codes are in effect. See the 2024 construction codes implementation bulletin to learn about how the new codes will apply to your project.
Le 1er janvier 2024, les nouveaux codes du bâtiment, de la plomberie, de l’énergie et de la prévention des incendies du Manitoba sont entrés en vigueur. Consultez le bulletin sur la mise en œuvre des codes de construction de 2024 pour savoir comment les nouveaux codes s’appliqueront à votre projet.
Zoning & development permits
Zoning and development permit information, application forms, and requirements
Commercial permit resources
Commercial development, building and trade permit application forms and guidelines
Commercial building permit plan examination
Plan examination process for building permit applications
Demolition contractor licensing program
A City of Winnipeg demolition contractor licence is required to apply for a permit to demolish a building/structure or a part of a building/structure.
Electrical contractor licensing program
A City of Winnipeg electrical contractor licence is required to apply for electrical permits.
Plumbing and mechanical contractor licensing programs
A City of Winnipeg plumbing or mechanical contractor licence is required to apply for plumbing or mechanical permits.
Permit search by address
Search for issued construction-related permits, including development, building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits
Occupancy permits
Building occupancy permit requirements
- Occupancy permit search
Search for issued building occupancy permits
Permits Online
Your one-stop-shop to manage the permit process
Temporary patios
Approval process and registration program
Small business resources
Planning to start a business? Search BizPaL to find the permits and licences you may need from all levels of government.
Business Improvement Zones
Directory, bylaws and map