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Permit & Inspection Processing Times

Changes to Existing Buildings

Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Sales

Building Permit Application Queue Times

Residential Permit Processing Recognition

Edmonton was ranked as number 1 out of 21 Canadian municipalities in residential permit processing by a recent Canadian Home Builders' Association Municipal Benchmarking Study. An efficient permitting, licensing and regulatory process helps reduce barriers and encourage investment in our city.

Starting a Business

Resources to help your business grow and get your new business off the ground.

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Business Support

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One on One Business Support

The Business Friendly Team provides customized support to business owners of all sizes and stages.

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Business Support Grants

Grants to support business and community vibrancy.

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Free Digital Services

The Digital Economy Program provides free digital support to eligible small businesses to establish or improve their digital presence.

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Client Liaison Unit

The Client Liaison Unit assists complex, unique, industrial, commercial and large-scale residential infill projects.

Permits, Development and Construction

Select your project to learn about permits, bylaws, applying online and inspections.

Commercial Safety Codes Inspections

Includes electrical, HVAC, plumbing and gas permits for commercial buildings

OSCAM

On street construction and maintenance

Construction Permits

Demolition, crane and hoarding

Road Right-of-Way Permits

Occupying the road or sidewalk

Home Improvement Permits

Home renovation projects

New Home Construction

Single detached, semi-detached and row houses

Develop Your Property

Build another home on your lot

Working With Neighbourhoods

What builders need to know to work with neighbours during construction.

Lot Grading

Residential lot grading information, requirements, processes and contact information.

Changes to Existing Buildings and Sites

Change of use, interior and exterior alterations, equipment and site changes

New Commercial Buildings

Commercial, industrial or high rise residential buildings

Buy or Sell Property

Zoning approval, compliances, encroachments

Signs

Permanent and temporary signs

Business and Licensing

Apply for a Business Licence

New business licence

Renew Your Business Licence

Annual renewal with no changes

Home Based Business

Business operating out of a home

Zoning Approval For Your Business

The first step in renovating or relocating your business