Building Permit Processing Times

The below table is meant to provide a general processing timeline for applications submitted for building permits. This is a guide and gives an indication only of current processing time. Permits are of varying size and complexity and take varying amounts of time to process so staff can't provide specific dates or timelines for application processing.

We will contact you when your permit is ready or if more information is required.

Application Type	Applications Waiting for review	Application Date of File Next up for Review
Commercial	2	Apr 17, 2020
Commercial Alteration	7	Mar 13, 2020
Leasehold	10	Apr 08, 2020
Single Family Residential	55	Jun 12, 2020
Demolition	6	Jun 18, 2020
Sign	0	Jul 14, 2020

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