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Deck, Basement & Mobile Home Permits

Building permits are required for each of the following:

  • Uncovered decks
  • Basement development
  • Mobile homes

An application form for a building permit for the noted developments must be submitted and accompanied by a site plan. In all cases the applicable attached specification sheet must be filled out in full.

Please ensure that the site plans submitted for a building permit are legible and drawn reasonably to scale, with a description of the location and dimensions of the project; also ensure to include all areas being developed.

Uncovered Decks
When applying for a permit to build a single-family dwelling and the plans indicate a deck, a separate building permit will be required for the deck construction. The minimum fee for a deck permit is $60 plus Provincial Service Fee (PSF).

In order to obtain a permit for a deck, the following is required:

  • Two copies of your site plan
  • Completed detailed specifications sheet   Deck Detail Sheet

Detailed information on covered and uncovered decks and patios is available in the Decks & Patios Brochure.

Basement Development
Basement development, when applied for with the original building permit, will not require any additional permits. Basement development is to be completed prior to a final building inspection. If the original plans do not indicate basement development and the basement is subsequently developed, an additional permit will be required with a final inspection completed.  Developing your Basement Brochure

In order to obtain a permit for basement development, the following is required:

  • Floor plan indicating all room sizes
  • What each room will be used for
  • Sizes of windows in each room
  • Total sq ft of development

Mobile Homes & Additions
All mobile homes and additions require a building permit.

Please note: Inspections & Licensing Department will not close the file or permit until all construction is complete and complies with the Alberta Building Code.

For more information, please contact the Inspections & Licensing Department at 403-342-8190.