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The City requires contractors, homeowners and individuals to submit application forms for many activities, including residential construction, permits, licensing and more.

General Forms

Requests, Changes and Compliance Forms

Cancellation and/or Refund Request Form
An application to request a refund prior to a decision being made or a permit or licence being issued for Development Permits, Building Permits, Heating and Ventilation Permits, Plumbing and Gas Permit, Electrical Permits, Licence Fees, Compliance Fees and Encroachment Fees.

FOIP Application Form
To apply for access to information in the custody or under the control of the City of Edmonton.

Search of Records Request Form
To apply for either plan or file search on a property or building. This request must be made by the owner or by an acting agent on behalf of the owner.

Contractor Change Request Form
A contractor listed on a permit application can be changed before they have taken control of the trades permit or an inspection is completed. Visit the project dashboard in selfserve.edmonton.ca.
Use this PDF form only if absolutely necessary and after the online change option has been exhausted.

Change Safety Codes Permit Applicant or Permit Holder
For requesting to change a safety codes permit applicant or permit holder.

Verification of Compliance (VOC) Form

Use this form for re-inspection of previously-identified infractions only when a safety codes officer (SCO) has determined the infractions to be eligible for re-inspection through VOC, which will typically be indicated at the time of unsuccessful inspection. For more information read the Verification of Compliance guide .

Construction Forms

Project Implementation Plan

A Project Implementation Plan is intended to help permit applicants, constructors and owners understand and fulfill their roles and responsibilities associated with a construction project to safeguard the health and safety of the public, adjacent properties and infrastructure.

Home Improvement (Decks, Garage, Demolition and More)

Home Improvement Permit Application Form
An application for approval regarding development or construction projects on a residential property/building that include:

Additions
Basement developments (no secondary suite)
Covered deck/patio
Demolition
Detached carport
Gazebo or pergola
Hot tub
Interior alterations
Ponds
Sheds
Solid fuel burning appliance (wood, pellet, coal)
Sunroom
Swimming pool
Uncovered Deck Uncovered Deck Design Form

Detached Garage/Shed Design Form
An application for the construction of a detached garage or shed.

Residential Demolition Form
An application form used to remove standing structures such as a house or garage.
Properties listed on the Inventory of Historic Resources in Edmonton will be required to submit additional information as per Section 7.140.6 of the Zoning Bylaw.

Asbestos Management Form
If demolishing any structure(s) exceeding 10 sq m, complete and submit this form.

Secondary Suite
An application to apply for a new secondary suite within an existing structure, including suites that are existing without permits.

New Home Construction

New House Permit Application Form
Application form for Single Detached House, Semi-detached House, Duplex, Row House (3 or 4 units), or Backyard Housing. Refer to the New House Permit Application Guide for required items and supporting documentation for this application. See the Application Requirements.

Abandoned Wells Confirmation Form
Any new subdivision or select Development Permit application require this form as part of the main application. For select Development Permit, any new building that will be larger than 47 square metres (506 square feet), or an addition to or an alteration of an existing building that will result in the building being larger than 47 square metres (506 square feet) must include this form with the application package.

Footing and Foundation ONLY Building Permit Form
For use in conjunction with an application for a New House Permit. This is an optional request for an expedited building permit for the construction of the foundation and main floor deck of the project.

The permit holder assumes all risks, as the final building permit for the project has not yet been issued.

Asbestos Management Form
If demolishing any structure(s) exceeding 10 square metres, complete and submit this form.

Infill Lot Grading Plan Requirement Checklist
An Infill Lot Grading Plan is required for all proposed development in a mature neighbourhood to support the Development and Building Permit applications. See the Residential Lot Grading Guidelines for the requirements.

Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential Construction

You can apply for permits online at selfserve.edmonton.ca. The project can then be managed by the permit holder through the project dashboard.

Apply Online

Visit the new commercial building page to view the Development Permit Application Requirements for the construction of new non-residential (commercial, industrial, institutional, and similar buildings), large-scale residential (apartments, row houses with five or more units), mixed-use (a mix of residential and non-residential) developments, and temporary structures such as storage sheds and sea cans.

Visit the changes to existing buildings page to view the application requirements for interior and exterior alterations, renovations, additions, tenant space improvements, selective or partial demolitions, changes to business activities (change of use) and/or site changes to non-residential (commercial, industrial, institutional and similar structures) buildings.

Child Care Services Checklist- The information listed on this checklist is required when applying for a development permit for child care services.

Abandoned Wells Confirmation Form
Any new subdivision or select Development Permit application requires this form as part of the main application. For select Development Permits, any new building that will be larger than 47 square metres (506 square feet), or an addition to or an alteration of an existing building that will result in the building being larger than 47 square metres (506 square feet) must include this form with the application package.

Commercial Building Permit Application and Guide to Completing Commercial Building Application This application is required for any new commercial or industrial construction. (If you are doing interior alterations or tenant improvements to existing commercial space, you may use the following Short-Form.

Commercial Building Permit Application for Interior Alterations (Short-Form)
This application is for interior alterations/tenant improvements to existing floor and mezzanine areas, and miscellaneous work in and around commercial buildings.

Asbestos Management Form
If demolishing any structure(s) exceeding 10 square metres, complete and submit this form.

Selective Interior Demolition Permission Application
This application is to request permission to proceed with selective interior demolition work on commercial interior alterations while the building permit is being processed for Building and Trades permit issuance.

Festivals and Special Events Permits Application Form and Guide
Application for Building Permit and related trades for any temporary Special Event or Festival.

Street Vending Application Form
Applicants should consult our vending permit page before submitting their application.

Learn How to Apply for a Patio on Public Property
Applicants should consult our sidewalk café permit page before submitting their application.

Telecommunications Facility Application Form
To apply for approval to install a telecommunications facility. Includes a checklist.

Electrical

Electrical Permit Application Form - Contractors
For electrical permit for work by an Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Permit Application Form - Homeowner
For electrical work by a single family homeowner. A homeowner who applies for this permit must own and reside in the residence and be doing the work themselves. Before submitting this application for a homeowner trade permit, review this important information for electrical permits.

Annual Electrical Permit Application Form
For contractors and owners of commercial buildings.

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Heating and Ventilation Application Form - Contractors
To apply for approval to install or alter heating and ventilation equipment.

Heating and Ventilation Application Form - Homeowner
Single family homeowners who apply for this permit are required to own and reside at the property and be doing the work themselves. Before submitting an application for a Homeowner trade permit, review the updated information for HVAC permits.

Heating and Ventilation Details for Furnace Replacement Application
This form must be filled out and submitted as part of a furnace replacement permit application made in selfserve.edmonton.ca or submitted alongside the homeowner or contractor application form.

Heating and Ventilation Details for Secondary Suite Application
This form must be filled out and submitted as part of a Secondary Suite permit application made in selfserve.edmonton.ca or submitted alongside the homeowner or contractor application form.

GeoExchange System Application Form
A GeoExchange System, commonly known as a Geothermal System, is a network of piping in the ground with a closed loop fluid circulation that allows for heat transfer between a building HVAC system and the ground. GeoExchange systems can improve the energy efficiency of building heating and cooling systems.

The GeoExchange System Installation Application form provides the City of Edmonton with sufficient information about the proposed GeoExchange system to ensure building code and industry best practice compliance of any buildings it may connect to.

Heating and Ventilation Contractor Journeyperson Registration
This form must be filled out for the first time registration of certified journeypersons.

Plumbing and Gas

Plumbing and Gas Application Form - Contractors
To apply for approval to install or alter plumbing and gas equipment.

Plumbing and Gas Application Form - Homeowner
Single family homeowners who apply for this permit must own and reside in the residence and be doing the work themselves. Before submitting an application for a Homeowner trade permit, review the updated information for Plumbing permits and for Gas permits.

Gas Permit Details for Furnace Replacement Application
This form must be filled out and submitted as part of a furnace replacement permit application made in selfserve.edmonton.ca or submitted alongside the homeowner or contractor application form.

Gas Permit Details for New Gas Appliance Application
This form must be filled out and submitted as part of a new gas appliance permit application made in selfserve.edmonton.ca or submitted alongside the homeowner or contractor application form.

Private Sewage Disposal System Application
An application for a sewage disposal system for new homes and for system replacements for older homes.

Sewer and Water Application Form
To apply for approval to install or alter sewer and water equipment.

Plumbing and Gas Contractor Journeyperson Registration
This form must be filled out for first-time registration of certified plumber and/or gasfitter, sewer and water journeyperson.

Permanent and Temporary Sign Forms

Permanent Signs

Permanent Sign Application Form
To apply for approval of the placement of a permanent sign on a property.

Applicants should consult the City's permanent signs page for more information about application requirements.

Temporary Signs

Apply online for Portable Signs (online applications preferred)

Portable Sign Application Form

To apply for approval of the placement of a portable with on-premises or off premises advertising sign on private property.

On-Premises Advertising means copy that relates only to a business, activity or organization that has a Development Permit to operate on the site where the sign is located.

Off-Premises Advertising means copy that relates to a business, activity or organization that does not have a Development Permit to operate on the site where the sign is located. Signs with off-premises advertising may generally be used for short-term advertising.

Landowner/Agent Permission Letter: Applications for all signs shall include a letter from the owner of the property on which the sign is to be erected, or their agent, authorizing the applicant's sign development.

Other Zoning and Development Forms

Compliance Certificate, Encroachment, Extend Commencement of Development, Leave as Built, Zoning Confirmation, Development Applications Waiver Form

Compliance Certificate Application
An application for confirmation that all construction and location of the construction have permits and approvals.

Change a Compliance Request from Regular to Express service
To change the Compliance service from Regular to Express, please email developmentservices@edmonton.ca. The fee calculation is the difference between regular and express.

Development Application Waiver Form
A legal document between an applicant and the City for the purpose of beginning work on a project before the final appeal process.

Encroachment Application Form
To apply for approval allowing a building or structure to continue to be located on or over City property.

Application to Extend Commencement of Development
An application to request an administrative extension to the commencement date of an approved development permit.

Leave as Built Application Form
A confirmation by the City that applies to buildings that had appropriate development permits issued, but the building was built in a different location than what was approved.

Pre-Registration Risk Waiver Form
A legal document between the applicant and the City for the purposes of beginning work on a project prior to a proposed subdivision being registered with Land Titles.

Zoning Confirmation Application Form
An application to confirm the zoning of a particular property.

Licensing Forms

Business Licensing

Business Licence Cancellation Form
Form used to cancel a business licence.

Operational Plans (Security and Patron Management for Body Rub Centre)
For use in conjunction with new or renewal application(s) for a Business Licence with the category of Body Rub Centre.

Operational Plans (Drinking Establishments and After-Hours Dance Club)
For use in conjunction with new or renewal application(s) for a Business Licence with the category of Alcohol Sales/Minors Prohibited and After-Hours Dance Club.

Operational Plan (Guest Management for Short-Term Home Rentals)
For use in conjunction with a new application for a Business Licence with the category of Residential Rental Accommodation (Short-Term).

Vehicle for Hire

Vehicle for Hire Driver's Licence Application Form
An application for a driver's licence for accessible taxi, limousine, private transportation provider (PTP), shuttle or taxi.

Vehicle for Hire Vehicle Licence Application Form
Application for a vehicle licence for accessible taxi, limousine, private transportation (PTP) provider, shuttle or taxi.

Vehicle for Hire Dispatcher Application Form
Application for a dispatcher for accessible taxi, limousine, private transportation provider (PTP), shuttle or taxi.

Application to Transfer a Taxi or Accessible Taxi Licence
Application to transfer a taxi or accessible taxi licence.

Substitute Vehicle and/or Dispatcher Change Form
Application to substitute a vehicle or to change an existing dispatcher.

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