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Permits Online
Your one-stop-shop to manage the permit process
Once registered, you can apply for select permits, view the status of permits and applications, submit documents, and make payments. Licensed contractors can also renew licences online.
Permit applications that are not available online can be submitted by email. Refer to the applicable application form for details.
Residential permit applications available online
All users
Development permits
- Single/two family dwellings & accessory structures
Building permits (new construction only)
- Accessory structures
- Deck
- Detached garage
- Carport
- Other structures over 10 m2/108 sq. ft. (e.g. storage shed, gazebo, workshop)
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub/spa
Contractors
Building permits
- Single/two family dwellings
- New single family detached dwelling construction
- Demolish detached garage
Trade permits
- Electrical
- Plumbing
Application requirements
- Development permits
- Single family dwelling (new home construction)
- Decks
- Detached garages and accessory structures (e.g. carport, other structures over 10 m2/108 sq. ft.)
- Outdoor pools and hot tubs/spas
- Electrical installations
- Plumbing installations
Commercial permit applications available online
All users
Development permits
- Multi-unit residential
- Commercial
Building occupancy permits
- Interim occupancy
- Final occupancy
Contractors
Trade permits
- Electrical
- Electrical signs
- Plumbing
- Mechanical
Signs
- Billboard
- Fascia
- Free standing
Application requirements
Submitting documents
If your permit application requires supporting documentation (plans, elevations, etc.), review the digital permit application requirements and submit one PDF copy with your application package. Applications will not be processed until all required documentation is received.
If you submit revised documents during the permit process, ensure the revision is clearly identified on the drawing, and the file is named correctly.
Payment options
Credit card
- Visa, Mastercard, American Express
- $10,000 daily limit
Trust account
- Customer trust accounts can be managed online. View your balance, account users, recent transactions and add funds to your account using a credit card. Payments will be processed based on current arrangements with the Zoning & Permits office and funds will not be automatically withdrawn from trust accounts. If you need to make changes to your trust account, contact ppd-cashier@winnipeg.ca.
Other
- If you are unable to pay online or with a trust account, make payment by mail, in person or by calling Permits Direct Line at 204-986-5140.
Questions?
Please contact us.