Roofing permits · Burnaby, BC
Do you need a permit to replace a roof in Burnaby?
Burnaby says minor non-structural exterior repairs do not need a permit, and in its restoration (fire/flood) section says roof repairs 'require a building permit' while carving out 'replacement of existing'. It never states a rule for an ordinary re-roof. Call the Building Department (604-294-7130, BPA@Burnaby.ca) to confirm.
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What the rules say
Burnaby's roofing permit rules
Home Improvement Permits page, 'When do you need a permit?': 'Any construction project that includes the excavation, erection, enlargement, alteration, removal, fire repair or demolition' of any building or structure needs a permit; 'Minor works such a replacing fixtures, cabinet and flooring, painting the inside of your home' 'or doing minor non-structural repairs to the outside of your home do not need a permit.' Under 'Restorations' (repairs to buildings damaged by fire, flood or other disasters): 'Repairs: including roofs, foundation and structural restoration (not replacement of existing) require a building permit.' Burnaby Building Bylaw 2004 (No. 11729): 2(2) 'This Bylaw does not apply to buildings or structures exempted by Part 1 of the Building Code except as expressly provided herein'; 4(1) 'A permit is required to undertake any work regulated under this Bylaw'; 'construct' includes 'repair'.
Other local rules worth knowing
Restoration permit applications must be submitted in person at City Hall. Burnaby's bylaw contains no local exemption list of its own. The parenthetical '(not replacement of existing)' is ambiguous and should be clarified with staff.
Official source
City of BurnabyRules and fees change. Always confirm with the municipality before work starts.
If a permit is needed
What a Burnaby roofing permit usually involves
- An application describing the work, with the contractor's details
- Drawings or engineering where the roof structure changes
- A site plan if the roof's footprint or height changes
- Inspection of framing and sheathing before it's covered, then a final inspection
- A third-party roof inspection report, where the municipality recommends one
- Permit fees, which are usually a small part of the job
A general guide. Burnaby may ask for more or less depending on the project.
Questions
Burnaby roofing permit questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Burnaby?
Burnaby says minor non-structural exterior repairs do not need a permit, and in its restoration (fire/flood) section says roof repairs 'require a building permit' while carving out 'replacement of existing'. It never states a rule for an ordinary re-roof. Call the Building Department (604-294-7130, BPA@Burnaby.ca) to confirm.
What roofing work does need a permit in Burnaby?
Restoration permit applications must be submitted in person at City Hall. Burnaby's bylaw contains no local exemption list of its own. The parenthetical '(not replacement of existing)' is ambiguous and should be clarified with staff.
Who applies for a roofing permit in Burnaby?
Usually your roofing company prepares the application and books inspections as part of the job. Check that the permit, any engineering and a third-party inspection, where recommended, are included in each quote.
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