Applying for a Building Permit

Building permits and important to ensure safety and conformity within the Town of Gibsons. By providing an independent review, we can ensure that the materials and methods employed on your project follow the minimum standards outlined in the BC Building Code and the Town of Gibsons’ Bylaws.

Cloudpermit

The Town of Gibsons is pleased to introduce Cloudpermit, a new online permitting system that enables you to:

  • Apply for and see the status of your Building Permit Application, anywhere and at any time;
  • Start an application and finish it later;
  • Receive email updates on the status of your permit application; and
  • Request building inspections, with results sent to your email

Additionally, your permit documents will be retained under your online profile for future reference.

How to Use Cloud Permit

The first time you use CloudPermit, you will need to create an account. Please refer to the following videos that explain the process:

When are Permits Required?

Contact the building department and/or review the Town of Gibsons building bylaw to determine whether your project requires a building permit:

BUILDING BYLAW NO. 1284, 2020

Contact the Building Department

604.886.2274 / building@gibsons.ca