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Fire Access and hydrant requirements
This notice is to remind builders and developers of the access and fire hydrant requirements that have to be met before a permit can be issued. Read More
District of Squamish Building Department Now Accepting Building Application Submissions in Person
Applications for building permits can now be submitted in-person at Municipal Hall between 10 a. m. and 3 p. m. Monday to Friday. Read More
UPDATE: Potential Drainage Issues with Podium Landscaping (on Slab) Including Green Roofs
The District of Squamish has found that podium style landscaping, landscaping placed on top of a slab or other hard surface, can result in stormwater nutrient levels that exceed allowable… Read More
Diverting Waste in the Construction, Renovation, and Demolition Industry
Waste diversion is a key goal of Council’s Strategic Plan. In 2017, the District of Squamish changed the Solid Waste Bylaw to require all businesses to divert waste. Read More
Provincial guidance to construction sites during COVID-19
The Provincial Government has released guidance to construction sites operating during COVID-19 to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission and to protect the health of employees. Read More
What you should know about the new secondary suite requirements
In December 2019, the BC Building Code released revisions to secondary suite requirements. Read More
Potential Drainage Issues with Landscape on Slab Including Green Roofs
Does your development have landscaping that directs runoff to a watercourse or the District of Squamish (District) storm system? See the diagram above for examples. Read More
Building Smart: 2018 BC Building Code Changes workshop and webinar series
Mandatory changes to the BC Building Code take effect December 10, 2018. Read More
Change of plans?
If you have an open building permit and wish to submit revised drawings, an additional plan processing fee of $90. 00 will apply. Read More
Dust control: What you should know
With summer weather arriving sooner than expected this year, the District is issuing a notice for active construction or site alteration sites to ensure that there are dust mitigation measures… Read More