A lot grading, development, building and all subtrade (electrical, plumbing and gas) permits are required to construct a garage suite.
A legal garage suite is a self-contained accessory dwelling unit located in the same building as a detached garage. It has an entrance separate from the vehicle entrance, either from a common indoor landing or directly from the exterior of the structure. A garage suite can only be located on the same site as a single detached dwelling.
Complete a Residential Development Application. This package allows you to submit one application when applying for all the required permits. There is no requirement to apply for all at one time, however to minimize wait time, we do suggest applying for all permits at once.
Here are plans that meet submittal requirements:
Templates
Supplementary Application
Detailed fee's are identified in the application package.
For quick reference; an estimated fee of $1328.00 can be expected for a 800 sf garage suite.
Once a complete application is received, all permits will be issued within 25 business days.
Garage Suites are a Discretionary Use in the Land Use Bylaw.
If a variance is required, timelines may extend up to 25 days.
You may begin construction once you have received all required permits. Below is contact information you may need for ground work and utilities.
To make a line locate request by phone: 1-800-242-3447
To make a line locate request online: http://albertaonecall.com/submit-a-locate-request/
Address: 8801 112 Street, Grande Prairie
Phone: 780-539-2400
Website: www.atco.com
Address: 9602 123 Street, Grande Prairie
Phone: 1-800-668-2248
Website: www.atcoelectric.com
Address: 11101 104 Avenue, Grande Prairie
Phone: 780-538-0340
Website: www.aquatera.ca
The conditions issued with your permits will outline what inspections are required.
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