Commercial permits
The Zoning & Permits office does not accept walk-in customers and permit applications can be submitted digitally. If you have any questions, call Permits Direct Line at 204-986-5140.
Le bureau du zonage et des permis ne prend pas la clientèle qui se présente sur les lieux, et les demandes de permis peuvent être soumises de façon numérique. Pour toute question, appelez la ligne directe des permis au 204-986-5140.
Zoning & development permits
Zoning and development permit information, application forms, and requirements
Commercial permit resources
Commercial development, building and trade permit application forms and guidelines
Commercial building permit plan examination
Plan examination process for building permit applications
Demolition contractor licensing program
A City of Winnipeg demolition contractor licence is required to apply for a permit to demolish a building/structure or a part of a building/structure.
Electrical contractor licensing program
A City of Winnipeg electrical contractor licence is required to apply for electrical permits.
Plumbing and mechanical contractor licensing programs
A City of Winnipeg plumbing or mechanical contractor licence is required to apply for plumbing or mechanical permits.
Permit search by address
Search for issued construction-related permits, including development, building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits
Occupancy permits
Building occupancy permit requirements
- Occupancy permit search
Search for issued building occupancy permits
Permits Online
Your one-stop-shop to manage the permit process
Temporary patios
Approval process and registration program
Small business resources
Planning to start a business? Search BizPaL to find the permits and licences you may need from all levels of government.
Business Improvement Zones
Directory, bylaws and map