Permit drawings and stamping in Vancouver
Maser Construction prepares permit-ready drawings, arranges architectural and MEP stamping, and supports permit applications for projects in Vancouver, British Columbia.
How permits work in Vancouver
Building permits in Vancouver are handled by the City of Vancouver, and projects follow the Vancouver Building By-law together with local zoning. Requirements differ by building type, use and scope of work, and they change over time, so we check the current requirements for every project instead of relying on a template.
Unlike most of British Columbia, which follows the provincial building code, Vancouver administers its own Vancouver Building By-law, so we check the by-law for projects in the city.
That is why we start each Vancouver project by confirming what your permit needs: which drawings, whether stamping is required, and how long to plan for.
What we do in Vancouver
- Permit Drawings: Complete architectural drawing sets prepared for your permit application.
- Architectural & MEP Stamping: Review and stamping by licensed professionals where your permit requires it.
- MEP Drafting & Coordination: Mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings coordinated with the architecture.
- Zoning Checks & Site Selection: Know what a property allows before you lease or buy.
- Permit Support & Applications: We prepare, submit and follow up on your permit application.
- Project Management & Coordination: Planning, budgets, schedules and contractor coordination from permit to handover.
Projects we support in Vancouver
- Retail, restaurant and office tenant improvements
- Commercial renovations and changes of use
- Residential renovations and additions that need a permit
- Zoning checks before you lease or buy
Also serving nearby
We also support projects in the areas around Vancouver:
- North Vancouver
- Burnaby
- Richmond
- Coquitlam
Vancouver permit questions
Do I need a permit for a renovation in Vancouver?
Often yes when the work changes layout, structure or building systems, or changes the use of a space. Requirements depend on your scope, so we confirm them with the City of Vancouver before drawings begin.
Do I need stamped drawings in Vancouver?
It depends on the building type, size and scope of work, and on the rules in British Columbia. We confirm the requirement for your project before we quote.
Can you work with contractors in Vancouver?
Yes. We work remotely and coordinate with your Vancouver contractor and local consultants, and we confirm at the start how site coordination will work.
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Planning a project in Vancouver?
Tell us what you are building. We will confirm what your permit needs and give you a clear plan and quote.