Detached garages & accessory structures

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When you need a development permit

Detached garages:

• Detached garages accessory to a single family or two-family dwelling don't need a development permit. But they must follow the Winnipeg Zoning By-law regulations for:
  • property line setbacks
  • maximum height
  • lot coverage
  • separation distance to a dwelling
• Site audits for compliance with zoning bylaws will happen during the construction season.

Accessory structures:

• Enclosed accessory structures greater than 10 m² (108 sq. ft.) need a development permit.
• Accessory structures larger than 14 m² (150 sq. ft.) such as open-sided pergolas, gazebos or similar structures need a development permit.

Note: New detached garages and accessory structures in new greenfield subdivisions with prior development agreements on title don’t need prerequisite development permit approval if submitted at the same time as the new home application. The development permit will be processed as part of the combined development/building permit application.

When you need a building permit

Detached garages and accessory structures greater than 10 m² (108 sq. ft.) need a building permit.

Note: You must have a development permit and other supporting approvals (if needed) before applying for a building permit.

Electrical & plumbing installations

If a detached garage or accessory structure will have electrical or plumbing services installed, trade permits are needed.

Note: You need a separate electrical permit for all detached garages and carports.

• Electrical installations
• Plumbing installations

Questions?

Get help by calling Permits Direct Line at 204-986-5140 or by visiting our contact directory.