Building Permits

Town Hall

What is a development permit and do I need one?
A development permit is required PRIOR to any development. It ensures that the development conforms with the Town's zoning bylaw. There is NO COST for a development permit.

When is a building permit required?
Building Permits are required for: new building construction, garages/carports, decks (not built on grade), mobile homes, basement development in a dwelling, renovation, alteration or addition to an existing building, fireplaces, wood stoves, and heaters, change of use or occupancy of a building.
Permits are NOT required for: fences, driveways and parking lots, sidewalks, painting, decorating, laying carpet and general maintenance, replacement using the same materials and not affecting structural, electrical, or mechanical systems.

Does the Town of Davidson have a qualified building inspector(s)?
The Town of Davidson has contracted the services of Professional Building Inspections, Inc. They are based out of White City and their contact number is 306-536-1799.

What is the cost of a building permit?
The cost of a building permit is contingent upon what it is you are building. Please refer to the Building Permit Fee Schedule for the cost.

What if I'm moving in a building, do I still require a permit?
Yes a permit is still required. Also, a pre-move inspection is required to determine the structural integrity of the building. You would contact the Town's building inspector directly to request this. It is recommended that this inspection be done PRIOR to the purchasing of the building to ensure that you are purchasing a structurally sound building (buyer beware…).

What is entailed in the permit approval process?
1. Apply for a development permit.
2. After the development permit is approved, a building permit application is then taken out. Please refer to and complete the Plan Review Checklist , which needs to be attached to your application, to ensure that any required documentation is included with your permit application when you submit it.
3. Once submitted to the Town Office, administration then forwards it to the building inspectors for plan review.
4. Once the information and plans have been reviewed by the building inspector, the inspector will return a copy of the reviewed plans to the Town administration, who then reviews the documents and then notifies the applicant that the permit is formally approved, pending payment of the permit fee.

How do I know what supporting information the building inspector will need to approve my permit application?
Aside from referring to and completing the Plan Review Checklist, the supporting information that will be required will depend on the type of construction you are doing. Please click on the spec design that pertains to your construction:
· Deck
· Detached garage
· Addition
· Renovation
· Basement development

So when I submit my application for a permit, what needs to be included?
When submitting your application for a building permit, you will also need to include the following:
1. A completed Building Permit application
2. A completed Plan Review Checklist along with the supporting information as outlined on the checklist. Failure to submit the required information will delay the issuance of your building permit.

If I am demolishing a building, is a permit required for that?
Yes, a Permit to Demolish a Building is required. The fee for a demolition permit is $25.00.

What is involved with commercial building?
First, a development permit is applied for. Upon approval of the development permit, you will need to contact the building inspector (Professional Building Inspections, Inc.) directly for a commercial building permit application.

Who do I contact should I require any additional information or if I have any questions?
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Davidson Town Administration at 306-567-2040 or email us at townofdavidson@sasktel.net.