Permits Online

The one-stop shop to manage the permit process

  • Apply for development applications, permits, and other services
  • Save & return to partially completed applications for up to 30 days
  • View the status of permits and applications
  • Submit & view documents
  • Make payments, view invoices & receipts
  • Apply for, renew, and manage contractor licenses

Access Permits Online

Note: To ensure your application is processed, confirm your application is complete before submitting. Incomplete applications will result in delays.

 

Learn how to create a Permits Online account

[0:08] Homeowners, contractors, and professionals can apply for development applications, permits and other services,

[0:16] as well as manage active permits and applications through Permits Online.

[0:21] This video shows you how to create and activate a Permits Online account.

[0:26] To begin, go to winnipeg.ca/permitsonline,

[0:32] and select the “Access Permits Online” button.

[0:37] Once on the login page, select “Create account”.

[0:41] If you are already an electrical, plumbing, mechanical or demolition contractor licensed with the City of Winnipeg

[0:48] Email contractorlicence@winnipeg.ca to activate your Permits Online account.

[0:57] If you are looking to become a new electrical, plumbing, mechanical or demolition contractor,

[1:03] Visit our Trade information & contractor licensing webpage to get started.

[1:12] Choose the appropriate trade.

[1:15] Read all information carefully.

[1:17] When ready, select “Register as a licensed contractor” to create your new licensed contractor account.

[1:27] For all users, complete the user information fields,

[1:40] Then select “Sign up”.

[1:42] A “Registration Successful” message will appear.

[1:45] You will also receive an automated email to complete your registration.

[1:50] Open the email and select “Complete Registration”.

[1:55] The link will take you to your user profile in Permits Online.

[1:59] You will need to create a password.

[2:03] Select “Complete registration” to finish.

[2:06] Your registration is now complete.

[2:09] Log in to start using Permits Online.

[2:15] Use the top menu to navigate

[2:18] or select one of the categories to get started.

[2:24] winnipeg.ca/permitsonline

 

Applications available on Permits Online

  • Air space plan (DAASP)
  • Alternative equivalent compliance (AEC)
  • Attached secondary suite (DCU “B”)
  • Communication facility proposal review
  • Conditional use (DCU “C” or “D”) (other residential and commercial uses/buildings)
  • Condominium plan of survey (CONDO)
  • Consent application (CA)
  • Detached secondary suite/care home (DCU “C”)
  • Downtown variance and conditional use (DAV/DCU “B”)
  • Home based business (major) (DCU “B”)
  • Parking management plan
  • Plan approval/Design review
  • Plan of subdivision and rezoning (DASZ)
  • Plan of subdivision (DAS)
  • Plan of survey (DAPS)
  • Request for zoning letters
  • Residential and commercial tolerance (DAV “A”)
  • Residential conditional use (DCU “B”) (single family dwelling or two family dwelling)
  • Residential zoning variance (DAV “B”) (single family dwelling or two family dwelling)
  • Rezoning (DAZ)
  • Short form plan of subdivision (DASSF)
  • Urban (downtown) design review
  • Variance (DAV “C” or “D”) (other residential and commercial uses/buildings)

Application requirements

  • Single/two family dwellings & accessory structures
  • Multi-unit residential
  • Commercial
  • Mobile signs
  • Home-based business
    • Bed & breakfast
    • Daycare
    • Office
    • Personal service

Application requirements

Building permits

  • Accessory structures
    • Deck
    • Detached garage
    • Carport
    • Other structures over 10 m2/108 sq. ft. (e.g. storage shed, gazebo, workshop)
    • Outdoor pool
    • Hot tub/spa
    • Ground solar panel
  • Alterations
  • Basement/lower level development
  • Change of use (building code)
  • Construct addition
  • Construct new
  • Demolition/removal
    • Only demolition of the residential accessory structures listed above are available to homeowners
    • A licensed demolition contractor is required for all other demolitions/removals

Trade permits

Homeowners can apply for residential trade permits where the homeowner lives in a single detached dwelling that is their primary residence, and does the work themselves.

  • Electrical (a licensed contractor is required for some work)
  • Plumbing

Application requirements

Building permits

  • Construct new and/or additions – Part 3 buildings (Building Design Summary)
  • Construct new and/or additions – Part 9 buildings
  • Interior and/or exterior alterations and change of use – Part 3/9 buildings (Commercial Alteration Design Summary)
  • Demolition/removal
  • Tank installation
  • Tank removal
  • Fuel dispensing station with canopy

Building occupancy permits

  • Interim occupancy
  • Final occupancy

Trade permits (for licensed contractors)

  • Electrical
  • Electrical annual
  • Electrical signs
  • Plumbing
  • Mechanical

Application requirements

  • Special events and temporary use
  • Emergency residential shelters

Signs

  • Fascia – Billboard
  • Free standing – Billboard
  • Projecting - Billboard
  • Fascia sign
  • Free standing sign
  • Canopy or awning sign
  • Projecting sign
  • Roof sign

Application requirements

 

Applications not available on Permits Online can be submitted by email. Refer to the relevant application form for details.

 

Submitting documents

If your application requires supporting documentation, refer to the relevant application form for requirements. File size cannot exceed 50 MB. Applications will not be processed until all documentation is received. Once your application is reviewed, you will be contacted if more information is needed.

If you submit revised documents, make sure:

  • the revision is clearly identified on the drawing
  • the file is named correctly

 

Payment options

Credit card

  • Visa, Mastercard, American Express
  • $10,000 daily limit

Trust account

  • Customer trust accounts can be managed online. View your balance, account users, recent transactions and add funds to your account using a credit card. Payments will be processed based on current arrangements with the Zoning & Permits office and funds will not be automatically withdrawn from trust accounts.
  • If you need to make changes to your trust account, contact ppd-cashier@winnipeg.ca.

Other

If you are unable to pay online or with a trust account:

  • Pay by mail, in person or phone 204-986-5140.
  • For development applications, call the phone number listed on your invoice. Individual invoices of more than $1,000 must be paid by certified cheque or bank draft (payable to City of Winnipeg).

 

Questions?

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

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