Basement development
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.
Is a permit required?
Yes, a development permit is required.
If you are adding a secondary suite, or changing window/door openings in the exterior walls, a development permit may be required as per the Winnipeg Zoning By-law. Zoning and development permit approval must be obtained prior to building permit application.
Yes, a building permit is required.
Basement development, such as adding rooms, bedrooms, and creating living spaces requires a building permit as per the Winnipeg Building By-law. Cosmetic changes, such as painting, flooring, millwork, etc., do not require a building permit.
Construction information
Application requirements
Review the development and building permit process to help navigate application requirements.
- ensure you have obtained prerequisite zoning and development permit approval, where required for your project
To apply for a building permit, provide the following documentation. Refer to the permit application for detailed information that must be included in each document.
- Basement/lower level developments: Basement/lower level development building permit application form
- Any other structural alterations: Alterations – single/two family dwelling building permit application form
- Owner statement (not required if owner is the applicant)
- Declaration form (if you have a prerequisite development permit)
- Site plan
- Building plans (floor plans, elevations, structural drawings)
For projects that include major structural work:
- engineered structural drawings
- Professional designer's certificate for housing
For dwellings with more than five bedrooms:
- Residential ventilation record or engineered mechanical drawings
Note: All dwellings must meet heating season ventilation requirements as per the Manitoba Building Code.
Related permits
How to apply
Please ensure you have gathered all required documentation before applying.
Apply online
(Development permits only)
Your one stop-shop to manage your permit applications
Apply in person
Zoning & Permits office
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Unit 31-30 Fort Street
Questions?
Please contact us.