Sidney Permits & Licenses
Find and apply for permits, licenses, and approvals required in Sidney
A Homeowner's Guide to Building Permits
The permit is a guide for homeowners on building permits required for construction projects, and it is available as a PDF form.
- Completed PDF application form from the guide.
- Proof of property ownership.
- Detailed project plans and specifications.
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Board of Variance
The Board of Variance permit is required for applicants seeking a variance from the zoning bylaw regulations in Sidney and must be submitted using the provided PDF form.
- Completed Board of Variance Application Form (PDF format)
- Site plan detailing the property and proposed changes
- Written statement explaining the need for the variance
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Building and Plumbing Permit Renewal
The Building and Plumbing Permit Renewal is required for renewing existing plumbing permits and must be submitted using the provided PDF form.
- Completed Building and Plumbing Permit Renewal Application form (downloadable PDF)
- Payment of applicable renewal fee
- Any additional documentation required for the renewal process, as specified in the application form
Demolition Permit
The Demolition Permit is required for the legal demolition of structures in Sidney and must be submitted using the provided PDF application form.
- Completed Demolition Permit Application Form (available as a PDF)
- Proof of ownership or authorization from the property owner
- Site plan indicating the location of the structure to be demolished
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Development Cost Charge Bylaw
The Development Cost Charge Bylaw permit is required for developers to pay fees associated with the provision of public infrastructure and is available as a PDF-based form.
- Completed Development Cost Charge Bylaw application form (PDF format)
- Payment of applicable fees as outlined in the bylaw
- Supporting documents as specified in the bylaw, including project plans and specifications
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Development Permit, Development Variance, OCP Amendment, and Zoning Amendment
The Development Permit, Development Variance, OCP Amendment, and Zoning Amendment is required for land use changes and development proposals in Sidney, and it must be submitted using the provided PDF form.
- Completed Development Permit application form (available at https://www.sidney.ca/wp-content/uploads/Land-Use-Application-FORM.pdf)
- Site plan detailing the proposed development
- Written description of the project and its compliance with local regulations
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DPA Map
The DPA Map permit is required for development projects in Sidney and must be submitted using the provided PDF form.
- Completed DPA Map PDF form available at http://www.sidney.ca/wp-content/uploads/DPA-Map.pdf
- Site plan indicating the proposed development area
- Proof of ownership or authorization from the property owner
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Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
The Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) permit is required for applicants to enroll in electronic payment for planning application fees, and it must be submitted using the provided PDF form.
- Completed EFT Enrolment Form (PDF format)
- Proof of identity or authorization (if applicable)
- Any applicable fees as specified in the planning application guidelines
Guide to Building Permits for Multi-Family, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Construction
This permit is required for the construction of multi-family, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings and is available as a PDF-based application form.
- Completed Building Permit Application Form (PDF)
- Site plan detailing the proposed construction
- Architectural and structural drawings
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Guide to Residential Deck Construction
The Guide to Residential Deck Construction permit is required for homeowners planning to build a residential deck and must be submitted using the traditional PDF form.
- Completed Residential Deck Construction permit application form (available as a PDF)
- Site plan showing the proposed deck location
- Construction drawings detailing the deck design and materials
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Land Development Fees
The Land Development Fees permit is required for applicants seeking to develop land in Sidney and must be submitted using a traditional PDF form.
- Completed Land Development Fees PDF form
- Payment of applicable fees as outlined in the PDF document
- Any additional documentation specified in the PDF content
Multi-Family, Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Permit
The Multi-Family, Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Permit is required for constructing or renovating multi-family, commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings and must be submitted using a traditional PDF form.
- Completed Multi-Family, Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Permit Application form (available as a PDF)
- Site plan detailing the proposed development
- Building plans and specifications
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Owners Authorization
The Owners Authorization permit is required for building permits to authorize an agent to act on behalf of the property owner and is submitted using a traditional PDF form.
- Completed Owners Authorization Form (available as a PDF at https://www.sidney.ca/wp-content/uploads/Owner-Authorization.pdf)
- Signature of the property owner
- Contact information for both the property owner and the authorized agent
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Plumbing Permit
The Plumbing Permit is required for any plumbing work in Sidney and must be submitted using the traditional PDF application form.
- Completed Plumbing Permit Application form (available as a PDF at https://www.sidney.ca/wp-content/uploads/Plumbing-Permit-Application.pdf)
- Payment of the applicable permit fee
- Any additional documentation required for specific plumbing projects (e.g., plans, specifications, etc.)
Residential Building Permit
The Residential Building Permit is required for any construction or renovation of residential buildings in Sidney and must be submitted using the provided PDF application form.
- Completed Residential Building Permit Application form (available as a PDF)
- Site plan showing the location of the proposed construction
- Construction plans and specifications
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Solid Fuel Appliance
The Solid Fuel Appliance permit is required for the installation or modification of solid fuel-burning appliances and must be submitted using the provided PDF application form.
- Completed Solid Fuel Appliance Permit Application form (available as a PDF)
- Payment of applicable permit fees
- Site plan indicating the location of the appliance
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Subdivision
The Subdivision permit is required for applicants looking to divide land into multiple lots and must be submitted using the provided PDF form.
- Completed Subdivision Application PDF form
- Site plan showing the proposed subdivision layout
- Title search or property deed
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When is a Building Permit required?
A Building Permit is required for construction, renovation, or alteration of buildings in Sidney and must be submitted using a traditional PDF form.
- Completed Building Permit application form (available as a PDF)
- Site plan showing the location of the proposed work
- Construction drawings and specifications
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When is a Plumbing Permit required?
A Plumbing Permit is required for any plumbing work in Sidney and must be submitted using a traditional PDF form.
- Completed Plumbing Permit application form (PDF format)
- Detailed plans of the proposed plumbing work
- Proof of ownership or authorization from the property owner
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