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Guide for Residential Construction

Development Services Department

15322 Buena Vista Ave., White Rock, B.C. V4B 1Y6 Phone 604 541 2136 Fax: 604 541 2153

Website: www.whiterockcity.ca

This Guide has been developed to assist the applicant in submitting a complete Building Permit application. This will enable staff to provide efficient and effective service in a timely manner. If the following requirements have not been completed, the application may be rejected or may be delayed in completing the Building Permit Process. All information provided must comply to the current B.C. Building Code, all applicable City of White Rock’s By-Laws and all other applicable enactments. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Permits are required when you wish to: ∼ Construct a new home; ∼ construct a new accessory building or accessory

structure; ∼ repair, renovate or add to an existing building; ∼ remove, relocate, alter or construct interior walls; ∼ complete a previously unfinished area in existing

building; ∼ construct, cover or enclose a porch or sundeck; ∼ construct a swimming pool, hot tub or spa pool; ∼ demolish, relocate or move a building; ∼ modular homes; ∼ construct chimneys or install wood stoves or inserts; ∼ construct retaining walls over 1 m in height; ∼ install new plumbing fixtures. ∼ alteration to a dwelling’s fire suppression system

when finishing a basement or creating a secondary suite.

Application for Demolition: For demolition permit requirements please refer to the attached “ Demolition Permit Application Checklist” .

Application for a Building Permit: Applications for a Building Permits are to be made at the Planning and Development Services Department. For Building Permit Application requirements for Suite Renovations in Condominium Buildings please refer to the attached document “ Building Permit Application Requirements for Suite Renovations in Condominium Buildings” . For Building Permit Application requirements for Single Family Dwellings please provide the complete information as per the attached document “ Permit Application Requirements for Single Family Dwellings” . Upon submission of accepted plans and information, an “ Application for Building Permit” w ill be required to be completed and to include the following information: ~ The name, address, phone number and e-mail of the

owner and builder; ~ legal description and/ or civic address;

∼ Value of the construction; ∼ Name of project architect or engineer; ∼ Building Permit Fees are required at the time of

application. Process of Building Permit Application: A site inspection and review of plans for compliance with the City of White Rock’s By-Laws, the current B.C. Building Code and all other enactments will be undertaken. The issuing of the permit may be delayed depending on:

∼ Volume of applications; ∼ the complexity of the project; ∼ the accuracy of the application; ∼ if Board of Variance is required; ∼ the compliance of plans with the applicable

zoning, bylaws and other enactments, including the current edition of the BC Building Code.

∼ disclosure of whether or not there are any right-of-ways, water courses or easements on the property;

Plans will be forwarded to the Engineering Department for review and may require: ∼ an accepted driveway application and permit,

issued prior to the issuance of a Building Permit. ∼ sanitary sewer connection or disconnection; ∼ storm sewer connection or disconnection; ∼ installation of culverts, bulkheads or driveway

crossings; ∼ applicant to provide approval from EPCOR for

the water connection or disconnection The process of the Building Permit Application may also require the following:

∼ If the property is designated in a Tree Management Area, and if application has not already been completed with the Demolition Permit, a Tree Management Permit w ill be required. Please refer to the attached documents “ Tree Protection Guidelines” , Guide to the Tree Management Bylaw and the “ Tree Management Permit Application Form” package.

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∼ If a property is designated in a Geotechnical Land Slide Assessment Area then a geotechnical land slide assessment report must be completed by a Registered Engineer.

Issuance of a Building Permit: A Building Permit w ill be issued following the acceptance of the plans in conformance with the current edition of the B.C. Building Code, City of White Rock’s Bylaws and other applicable enactments and the payment of the appropriate permit fees and bonds. NOTE: No deposit of fill, excavation, erection, alteration, enlargement, repair, removal or demolition of any building or structure, or part thereof, shall be commenced or undertaken without a permit being first obtained from the Building Department. Drawings: All plans and information submitted must be of an appropriate scale with sufficient detail to establish compliance with the building code and the bylaws of the City of White Rock. The plans are to be legible and of suitable quality for microfilming. I f you are unable to draw appropriate plans, then you must obtain the services of a qualified person. Any changes or additions to stock plans are to be made in other than red ink and deletions are to be whited out from the drawing. ∼ 2 sets of building plans signed and sealed by a

structural engineer complete with a Schedule “ B” (with permanent Geotechnical bearing capacity of soil to be included);

∼ 2 sets of Fire Suppression System signed and sealed by an engineer complete with a Schedule “ B” ;

∼ 2 sets of Building Envelope details signed and sealed by an engineer complete with a Schedule “ B” ;

~ drawings may be submitted in metric or imperial scale. The following are the minimum scales:

site plan 1:100 or 1/ 8” = 1’.0” foundation, and floor plans 1:50 or 1/ 4” = 1’.0” cross sections 1:50 or 1/ 4” = 1’.0” elevations 1:50 or 1/ 4” = 1’.0” construction details 1:20 or 1/ 2” = 1’.0”

Site Plan: ~ Lot shape and size with setbacks of the building to the property lines; ∼ any easements, rights of ways or water courses; ∼ over all building dimensions of both the principle

building and addition and any accessory buildings; ∼ show decks, projections and/ or cantilevers; ∼ driveway location, existing and/ or proposed; ∼ finished grades and top of foundation elevations at

each corner of the building and finished grades for the side property lines.

Foundation and Floor Plans:

∼ Show foundations with the dimensions of the principle building / addition; indicate foundation wall thickness, size of footings including pad footings;

∼ show all partitions and bearing walls. Indicate finished / unfinished areas;

∼ room use and sizes, as well as adjacent rooms to the addition / alteration;

∼ w indows/ doors, including sizes and door swings, and, if applicable, ratings;

∼ stairs showing direction of travel, stair dimensions and required handrails and/ or guardrails;

∼ plumbing fixtures, appliances, hot water tank, fireplaces and heating system;

∼ layout and sizes of all floor, ceiling and roof structural components, including beams and lintels. (Sized and sealed by the structural Engineer.)

Typical Cross Sections and Construction Details: ∼ A ll construction materials; ∼ floor to ceiling height of all rooms including

crawl/ roof spaces; ∼ floor, ceiling, roof and wall assemblies; ∼ sloped / vaulted ceilings and roof decks indicating

ventilation and insulation requirements; ∼ footings and foundation walls; ∼ building envelope details for the exterior cladding; ∼ finished grade, top of foundation, include Maximum

Elevation Height.

Elevations (the four building face views): ∼ Exterior finish; ∼ w indow and door sizes; ∼ special separation calculations; ∼ finished grade (drawn in) and top of foundation

elevations shown at each corner of the building; ∼ roof slope.

(This is not an exhaustive listing of all the bylaw and building code requirements. Additional information may be requested during the processing of the building permit application.)

Inspections: ∼ Inspections must be requested by the owner or the

agent; ∼ all work being inspected must be complete and

ready prior to inspection; ∼ work must not proceed past any of the stages listed

without prior clearance; ∼ the street address must be posted in a visible

location on the site; ∼ the approved permit drawings and prior inspection

notices are to be available on site for all inspections; ∼ Please refer to the attached “ WorkSafeBC Inspection

Service Policy” for the safe work practices for house construction.

Required Inspections: 1. Forms Inspection - on completion of concrete form

work prior to placing concrete for footings or foundations. Submit the survey certificate with pour strip at the time of inspection in addition to the field reports from the Engineers, including Geotechnical for the Landslide Assessment, if applicable.

2. Service Connection Inspection - required when all piping for the water service, storm and sanitary sewer has been placed but prior to backfilling.

3. Prior to Backfill Inspection - required when the drain tile is in place and covered with the min. 6” of drain rock. The foundation damp-proofing will be inspected as well at this time.

4. Poly (Prior to pouring of Slab) Inspection - when radiant heating is being used in the slab, an inspection of the insulation is required prior to pouring the concrete, as well as all under slab plumbing. A Compaction Certificate is required from a P.Eng. for all sub-slab fill material.

5. Building Height and Angle of Containment 6. Exterior Framing / Sheathing - to include the

installation of w indows and deck membranes. 7. Rough Plumbing Inspection – is required when all

drains, waste pipes, vents and water piping has been completed, w ith the 200 PSI test applied. The Tub / Shower installation to be completed with trap tests. NOTE: Any plumbing to be covered by concrete must first be inspected and accepted.

8. Frame Inspection - to be called when all frame work, sheathing, duct work, chimney construction and electrical w iring are complete and before the application of insulation or exterior cladding. The field report from the structural engineer to be collected at this time. In addition, for the Fire Suppression System, the Flow Verification Report and “ OK to Cover Report w ill be required.

9. Insulation and Vapour Barrier Inspection - when thermal insulation and vapour barrier are completed, and prior to application of wallboard or paneling. (The building paper must be applied to the exterior sheathing prior to the installation of the insulation in order to protect it from weather damage.)

10. Final for Plumbing – electrical / gas final Provincial Declaration required.

11. Final Building Inspection - when all construction is completed and before occupancy. (All work includes but is not limited to; final lot grading, exterior stairs, guards, caulking, etc.)

These are minimum required inspections. Often a home owner / builder may encounter specific issues during each inspection and this would necessitate a recall to ensure that deficiencies are corrected. Contact the Development Services Department at 604 541 2136 for further information.

No person shall use or occupy or cause or permit to be caused or occupied any building or part thereof until he has received an Accepted FINAL Building Inspection from the Building Inspector.

RELATED SERVICES

EPCOR White Rock Water: #102 1440 George St., White Rock, BC V4B 4A3 604-536-6112 Natural Gas & Electrical Inspections #101 22259 48th Ave. Langley, BC V3A 8T1 604-539-3573 604-539-3574 Fax: 604-539-3570 Home Owner Protection Office P.O. Box 11132 Royal Centre, Suite 2270 Vancouver, BC V6E 3P3 604-646-7050 (fax) 604-646-7051 www.hpo.bc.ca Ministry of Environment Lands and Parks 10470 152nd St. Surrey, BC V3R 0Y3 Agricultural Impact Officer 604-582-5308 Fisheries Impact Officer 604-666-0226 Land Registrations, Easements, Rights-of-Way Land Title Office 88 - 6th Street New Westminster, BC V3L 5B3 604-630-9630 BC Assessment Authority: #208 5460 152 St., Surrey, BC V3S 5J9 604-576-4700

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Demolition Permit Application Checklist

Planning and Development Services

15322 Buena Vista Ave., White Rock, B.C. V4B 1Y6 Phone: 604 541 2136 Fax: 604 541 2153


The City of White Rock requires the following be submitted at the time of the demolition permit application:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Authorization Form (if applicant is not the owner)

Survey Certificate 11” x 17” (showing existing location of structures and all trees on City property)

Title Search – dated within the last thirty (30) days (go to www.ltsa.ca or call 604-630-9630 for information on how to obtain a Title Search)

Copy of original, signed, Arborist Report c/w coordinated tree survey required for properties falling within the Tree Management Area (original report will be required for Tree Permit application – see below)

CONCURRENT APPLICATION FOR TREE MANAGEMENT PERMIT (*Through Engineering and Municipal Operations Department)

Tree Management Permit Application and application fee

Topographical Survey showing all trees on subject property, immediately adjacent private properties and adjacent City Boulevards (Original drawing signed and sealed by a BC Land Surveyor)

Arborist Report c/w coordinated tree survey required for properties falling within the Tree Management Area (Original report signed by Arborist)

Tree protection bond in accordance with the Tree Management Permit-Phase 1 Demolition

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS PRIOR TO RELEASE OF DEMOLITION PERMIT

1. Hazardous material report 2. Abatement of hazardous materials 3. Copy of notice of project to WorkSafe BC 4. Issued Tree Management Permit 5. Vector Control Report stating that there are no vectors present or that all vectors have been

successfully removed

Note: • *Engineering and Municipal Operations Department is located at 877 Keil Street, White Rock, Tel:604.541.2180) • Ravine Land and Significant Stands of Mature Trees designated properties are subject to a Minor Development

Application and additional documentation may be required.


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PLEASE NOTE:

• Refer to Part 8 of the BRITISH COLUMBIA BUILDING CODE governing construction and public safety measures and all other applicable enactment.

• Excavation is not permitted until Building Permit has been issued. • Burning is not permitted. • If the demolition contractor changes after the permit is issued, the permit is invalid until Planning and

Development Services has been notified. AFTER THE DEMOLITION PERMIT IS ISSUED:

1. Contact and obtain approvals from the appropriate parties for the disconnections of Hydro, Gas and

Water Services. 2. Cap-off of services is required and done by the City’s Engineering Department. Owner is required to

expose sewer services at property line prior to schedule of cap-offs. Call Engineering Department 48 hours prior to demolition to schedule for storm and sewer cap-offs at 604.541.2181. Please allow 24 hours for completion of cap-off.

3. Demolition inspection is required. Call the Building Inspection Line at 604.541.2135 when the demolition is completed to schedule a demolition inspection of the site.

4. Once the services have been capped by Engineering, they will notify Planning and Development Services. The applicant will be notified shortly thereafter.

NOTE: Building Permits are only issued after demolition completion and sewer cap-off confirmation from the Engineering Department.

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Permit Application Checklist Single & Two Family Dwellings &

Major Additions Planning and Development Services



Single Family & Two Family Dwellings & Major Additions This checklist is subject to change at any time.

REQUIRED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMIT

Home Owner’s Protection Registration Form (required for new builds and substantially reconstructed homes

Copy of Builder’s and /or Homeowner Builder’s Certificate of Insurance ($5,000,000 min.) (The City of White Rock must be named as “Additional Insured”)

Valid City of White Rock Business Licence for ALL Trades/Builders

REQUIRED BUILDING DOCUMENTS UPON APPLICATION:

Authorization Form (if applicant is not owner) Form A – “Owner’s Acknowledgement of Responsibility & Undertakings” Building Permit Information Sheet (completed by designer) WCB Clearance Letter from WorkSafe BC (Engineering Requirement)

Title Search – dated within the last thirty (30) days (see reverse for more information on how to obtain) If owned by a corporation, notice of articles/director registry is required

Topographical Survey (2 copies) – dated within the last sixty (60) days (Original drawing signed and sealed by a BC Land Surveyor), to include items listed in Sec 10.1.d of the Building Bylaw, 2012, No. 1928.

Schedule A” with Form “B” signed and completed by the coordinating Registered professional (CRP) (required when 2 or more professional engineers are involved on a project)

Schedules “B” with Form “B” and current certificates of insurances completed by all professionals involved including Structural, Geotechnical, Building Envelope, Fire Sprinkler, Glass Guards and Mechanical (if required)

DRAWINGS:

Two (2) Sets of Architectural Drawings (To Scale: ¼”=1’-0”) Driveway Sectional Detail. (Pre-Approval from the City’s Engineering Department is required) State Climate Zone, compliance path chosen, effective RSI and U values for all envelope

assemblies. Also include statement that ventilation meets the requirements of BCBC 2012 9.36.9 and BCBC 2012 9.32

*Must be separate from structural drawings & include Suite details 24”X 36” sheets Two (2) Sets of Structural Engineered Drawings signed and sealed. Two (2) Sets of Building Envelope Engineered Drawings and Details, signed and sealed. Two (2) sets of Engineered Sprinkler Drawings and Hydraulic calculations, signed and sealed. Building Permit Fee payment Owner is required to confirm depth of sewer services and confirm if pumping of services are required

prior to building permit application. If pumping is required: Signed and Seal Mechanical Drawings Copy of Restrictive Covenant prior to the release of the Building Permit.


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GEOTECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Geotechnical Land Slide Assessment Area Yes No If Yes the following must be submitted: Geotechnical Report & Appendix D Underpinning/Shotcrete Legal Agreement from adjacent property owners – Notarized by Notary

Public or Lawyer may be required prior to the release of the Building Permit. Two (2) sets of signed and sealed excavation/shoring drawings from the geotechnical engineer Schedule B Geotechnical (for excavations greater than 4’ in depth & for confirmation of bearing

capacity. TREE MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS (managed through the Engineering Department)

Tree Management Permit is required for all construction in White Rock. City Arborist at 877 Keil St 604.541.2181 for application details

Water Serviceability (City Operations at 877 Keil St 604.541.2181) Demolition Permit Required (Planning & Development Services)

RELATED APPLICATIONS

Do you have an application submitted for:

Yes No

Demo permit Easements and Right of Ways Board of Variance Flood Plain requirements Development Permit Area

RELATED INFORMATION:

For maintenance and repairs inquiries: Engineering and Municipal Operations Department: 604.541.2181 White Rock Water: [email protected]

For utility billing inquiries: Financial Services Department 604.541.2100

B.C. Safety Authority (Natural Gas & Electrical Inspections) #101 22259 48th Ave. Langley, BC V3A 8T1 www.safetyauthority.ca 604-539-3573 or 604-539-3574 Fax: 604-539-3570 Home Owner Protection Office Branch of B.C. Housing Suite 650 – 4789 Kingsway Burnaby, B.C. V5H 0A3 www.hpo.bc.ca 604-646-7050 or 1-800-407-7757 Fax: 604-646-7051

Ministry of Environment Lands and Parks #200 - 10470 152nd St. Surrey, BC V3R 0Y3 www.gov.bc.ca 604-582-5200 Agricultural Impact Officer 604-582-5308 Fisheries Impact Officer 604-666-0226 Land Title Office (Land Registrations, Easements, Rights-of-Way) #300 - 88 Sixth Street New Westminster, BC V3L 5B3 www.ltsa.ca 604-630-9630 or 1-877-577-5872 BC Assessment Authority #100 – 5477 152nd Street Surrey, BC V3S 5A5 www.bcassessment.ca 604-576-4700 or 1-800-607-5007

mailto:[email protected]

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Application for Suite Renovations in

Condominium Buildings

Development Services Department 15322 Buena Vista Ave., White Rock, B.C. V4B 1Y6

Phone: 604 541 2136 Fax: 604 541 2153 Website: www.whiterockcity.ca

Authorization Form (if applicant is not owner)

Title Search – dated within the last thirty (30) days (see below for more

information on how to obtain)

Signed letter from Strata Council (approving the work proposed) Form A – “Owner’s Acknowledgement of Responsibility & Undertakings”

(Original Form A signed by owner)

Form B – “Proof of Professional Liability Insurance (Original Form B signed and sealed by the structural engineer required)

Schedules B from Structural Engineer (Originals signed and sealed required) Two (2) Sets of Drawings (Originals signed and sealed by structural engineer

required)

Site Inspection Report & Schedule C-B (Originals signed and sealed by structural engineer required after building permit has been issued - at completion of work)

To obtain a Title Search for your property, you can:

■ Go to Land Title Office located at #300 – 88 - 6th Street, New

Westminster, BC, V3L 5B3 (Tel: 604.630.9630) and bring with you the Legal Description of the property in question or the PID number.


The following are examples of renovations that require a building permit but are not limited to these works:

Structural work, ie; load bearing walls

Non structural work, ie: non load bearing walls

Pot light installations, require a building permit

Skylight installations

Balcony enclosures

All electrical & gas installations

Kitchen renovations

Pass- through openings in walls

Exterior window replacement

New door or relocation installations

Replacing drywall

Changes to the plumbing water piping and drainage

system (require a separate plumbing permit)

Authorization Form

Planning and Development Services Department 15322 Buena Vista Ave., White Rock, B.C. V4B 1Y6

Phone: 604 541 2136 Fax: 604 541 2153 Website: www.whiterockcity.ca

Civic Address: _________________________________________________________ Legal Description: _________________________________________________________ This document shall serve to notify the City of White Rock that I am / we are the legal owner(s) of the property described above and do authorize the person(s) indicated below (“Authorized Agent”) to act on my/our behalf on all matters pertaining to the referenced application for the above referenced property. In addition, I/we have read and understand the application requirements and authorize the Authorized Agent to act on our behalf. Name of Property Owner(s): ______________________________________________ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________ City: __________________ Postal Code: ____________ E-mail: ________________________________________ Phone: _________________ Fax: _________________ Name of Authorized Agent: ______________________________________________ Company Name: ______________________________________________ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________ City: ________________ Postal Code: ______________ E-mail: ________________________________________ Phone: _________________ Fax: _________________ Signature of Property Owner(s):__________________________ Date: ________________ Signature of Property Owner(s):__________________________ Date: ________________ Signature of Authorized Agent: __________________________ Date: _______________ Note: All registered owners of the property shall sign this Authorization Form. Use additional sheets if necessary. A new Authorization Form shall be submitted to the City of White Rock if the ownership of the property changes prior to completion of any application process.


Tree Protection Guidelines




Where trees are to be retained on or adjacent to a development site, the following procedures must be followed to adequately protect the trees during development;

1) A protection barrier or temporary fence at least 1.2m in height must be installed around the tree to be retained. This must be constructed prior to the issuance of a demolition or building permit and remain intact throughout the entire period of construction.

2) Protection barriers must be inspected by the Parks Department prior to the

issuance of a demolition or building permit unless a letter of assurance by a Certified Arborist or a registered Landscape Architect is submitted at the time of application.

3) The required location of the tree protection barrier fencing is determined by

the trunk diameter (see chart on reverse). These distances will only be reduced in instances where the full distance cannot be provided, upon the advice of a Certified Arborist, Landscape Architect or City Staff.

4) The protection barrier must be constructed of either snow fencing securely

fastened to metal or wood stakes spaced no further than 1m apart, plywood nailed to wood stakes, or another form of barrier satisfactory to the City.

5) Storage, dumping, parking and machinery operation are prohibited

within the protection barrier zone. All weather signage indicating the area of the protected zone must be attached to the barrier.

6) Any required digging in or around the protection zone to accommodate

underground services, footings, etc… must be indicated on the plan and is to be done by hand.

7) Trees inside the protection zone must be adequately cared for throughout the

construction process, i.e.: They must be watered sufficiently, particularly if the tree’s root system has been disturbed by excavation.

8) Root and branch pruning, when necessary, must be done in accordance with

City guidelines. Only the City, or its authorized designate may prune trees on City property.


50 x 100 wood postsset 450mm deep into finished grade

50 x 100 wood rail, top and bottom

minimum 1200 heightabove grade

existing tree centered within tree protection

plastic mesh securedto wood frame

max. spacing 2m apart, use additional posts, as required

to protect treesfinished grade

existing tree centered within tree protection

protection barrier

distance 6X from trunk or place at curb edge/sidewalk edge

trunk diameter X

distance 6X from trunk

protection barrier 6X from trunk(see Table above)

protection barrier 6X from trunksee Table above

STREET TREE PROTECTION DETAILJanuary 2006

Install tree protection barrier before construction begins and keep in place until landscape installation is complete.

Storage of building materials & litter within or against protection barrier is prohibited.Developer/Owner responsible for maintenance within Tree Protection Barrier.

Damaged trees will be replaced at Developer/Owner's cost.

Parks DepartmentCity of White Rock

Maintain existing grades at protection barrier for all protected retained and existing trees.

Regrading outside of protection barrier should not adversely compromise protected retained and existing trees.

Additional Requirements in Tree Management Areas




The following requirements may vary depending on the type of application.

Minor Development Permit Application (required prior to applying for a

building permit) Applications for Ravine Land and Significant Stands of Mature Trees designated properties are subject to a Minor Development Application and additional documentation may be required.

Topographical Survey showing all trees on private, neighboring properties

and City Boulevards (Original drawing signed and sealed by a BC Land Surveyor)

Formal Tree Assessment Report c/w coordinated tree survey and

replacement tree plan (original report signed by Project Arborist)

Letter of commitment from Project Arborist (signed by arborist)

Coordinated Site Development Plan (CSDP) from Project Arborist (signed by all parties – Arborist, owner, builder, etc…) Refer to Tree Management By-Law #1831 for definition of CSDP. www.whiterockcity.ca

Letter of approval c/w colour photos from Project Arborist regarding the proper placement and installation of all tree protection barriers required.

Letter of consent from adjacent property owner(s) regarding neighbouring trees (signed by neighbour and owner/builder)

Environmental Assessment Report (prepared by a qualified environmental professional – for properties subject to Riparian Areas Regulations, i.e. watercourses.)

Geotechnical Report Required c/w Appendix “D” – As per Legislated Geotechnical Assessment Areas for Proposed Residential Developments – Original signed documents required by Geotechnical Engineer. This report is required to be registered on Title.

Tree Management Permit Application Applications involving tree removal on City property must be made through the Engineering and Municipal Operations Department. A tree cutting permit is required, please contact Aelicia Otto, Arborist/Horticulturalist for additional information at (604) 541-2181.



The City of White Rock Guide to the TTRREEEE MMAANNAAGGEEMMEENNTT BBYYLLAAWW

This brochure is provided as a guide for convenience only. It is not intended to replace Bylaws or other legal documents nor should it be construed by anyone as a right to permit approval if the steps indicated are followed. Purpose of the Bylaw The goal of the Tree Management Bylaw is to ensure the provision of a sustainable, healthy urban tree canopy within the City of White Rock. In order to achieve this goal, the Tree Management Bylaw prohibits the unauthorized removal of or damage to protected trees on private property in the City of White Rock. Where removal is deemed necessary, the Bylaw ensures that adequate replanting occurs.

Tree Management Permits A. When is a permit required to cut or remove trees on private property?

A tree management permit is required to cut or remove trees that have trunk diameter of 30 cm (11.8 in) or greater measured 1.5 m (5’) above grade, as defined in the Bylaw, and which are located in one of the following designated areas of the City:

o Ravine lands o Significant stands of trees areas o Ecosystem enhancement areas

Exception: A tree management permit is not required for pruning conducted in accordance with the standards and recommendations of the International Society of Arboriculture. Pruning does not include: lift pruning of lower limbs such that the live crown ratio is less than 50%, removal of more than 25% of the crown in one season, topping, or pruning or removal of a structural root within the critical root zone.

B. How do I apply for a permit?

The process to apply for a permit will depend on which specified area your property falls in and the type of permit applied for. In all cases, a complete application form and applicable fees must be submitted to the Planning & Development Services Department.

C. Types of permit: The Bylaw defines three types of tree management permit: • Type 1 – to remove a dead, diseased or hazardous protected tree, or to remove a structural root

within the critical root zone of a protected tree (no replacement required) • Type 2 – to remove an unwanted protected tree i.e. a nuisance tree or tree that is blocking views • Type 3 – to remove a protected tree on a property in conjunction with a development proposal on

a property under application for building permit, demolition permit, development permit or subdivision

D. Application Requirements: Submission Requirements for ALL Applications: • Tree Assessment Report prepared by a Certified Arborist1 • State of Title Certificate • Letter & photos from property owner with rationale for tree removal

1 Not required for Type 1 requests if documentation is provided confirming that the tree is an imminent hazard to the public, as defined in Part 3 of the White Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No. 1831

Benefits of a healthy urban tree canopy

• Carbon sequestration • Wildlife habitat • Soil stabilization • Storm water runoff control • Air pollution control

Application Fees

Type 1 NO FEE Type 2 $150 Type 3 $150

Is my property a permit area? To determine whether your property falls within an area in which a permit is required, please refer to the maps attached to the Tree Management Bylaw available at: www.city.whiterock.bc.ca, or contact the Planning & Development Services Department at 604-541-2136

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Prepared by: City of White Rock Planning & Development Services Department May 2010

Additional Submission Requirements for Type 2 Applications: • A plan or survey, to scale, identifying the location, size and species of tree or trees to be removed

and replacement trees to be provided as well as an indication of the extent of dripline of trees, and the location of nearby buildings or structures.

Additional Submission Requirements for Type 3 Applications: • A site survey or site plan, together with an application for development, which contains:

o The location, size and species of all trees over 30 cm (11.8") in diameter (measured at 1.5m above grade) within the vicinity of the proposed construction. The extent of the dripline of the tree should also be indicated;

o Tree grades (existing tree base elevations) for trees that are affected by the proposed development, and spot elevations in the vicinity of the proposed development;

o Identification of which trees are to be removed, replaced, or retained; o The location, size and species of replacement trees or other planting material; o The location of protective fencing to protect retained trees during construction activity (see

Tree Protection Guidelines). • Coordinated Site Development Plan (CSDP) as defined in the Bylaw and which includes a site

development plan coordinated with the proposed landscape plan.

Additional Submission Requirements for Ravine Lands / Significant Stands / Open Watercourses: • For applications in the “ravine lands” and “significant stands of mature trees” areas, a Minor

Development Permit is required. In the “ravine lands” area, proponents will be required to provide geotechnical review to confirm removal will not adversely impact soil stability, and are requested to consult with Planning & Development Services staff in this regard.

• For applications for tree cutting or removal near an open watercourse, Provincial and/or Federal regulations as well as development permit requirements in accordance with Provincial Riparian Area Regulations may apply. This can be confirmed with Planning & Development Services staff.

Replacement Tree Requirements Except for dead or hazardous trees, the City will require the provision of replacement trees. The posting of securities for replacement trees will be required prior to the issue of any permits, and prior to any tree cutting or removal. The number and size of replacement trees will be dependent upon the size of the “protected tree” removed with a minimum replacement ratio starting at two replacement trees for one tree cut or removed. Offences Any individual who cuts, removes or damages a protected tree in contravention of the White Rock Tree Management Bylaw or in contravention of the terms and conditions of a Tree Management Permit issued under the Bylaw will be liable to a fine of not less than $1,000 and not more than $10,000 per offence. Each tree cut, removed or damaged in violation of the Bylaw will constitute a separate offence. For More Information If you have any questions or require further information please refer to the White Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No. 1831, available from the Planning & Development Services Department or on the City’s website at www.city.whiterock.bc.ca. For additional clarification of the requirements of the Tree Management Bylaw, please contact the Planning & Development Services Department at 604-541-2136 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Trees on City Property The Street and Traffic Bylaw prohibits individuals from trimming, pruning or cutting any tree or shrub on City property or within City rights-of-way. Exceptions may be considered, by application request, in accordance with the City’s ‘Policy for Tree Management on City Lands’, available on the City’s website at www.city.whiterock.bc.ca. Please contact the City Operations Department at 604-541-2181 for further information


mailto:[email protected]


Planning & Development Services Department 15322 Buena Vista Ave.

White Rock, B.C., V4B 1Y6 Ph: 604-541-2136

Fax: 604-541-2153

TREE MANAGEMENT PERMIT APPLICATION FORM

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File # ________________ 1. Type of Application:

Type 1:

□ Dead or Hazardous Tree

□ Removal of Structural Root in Critical Root Zone

Type 2:

□ Unwanted Tree

Type 3: Removal in conjunction with

□ Building Permit

□ Development Permit

□ Subdivision

□ Demolition Permit

2. Description of Application:

Civic Address(s): ___________________________________________________________________________________________

PID(s): _____-_____-_____ _____-_____-_____ _____-_____-_____ _____-_____-_____

Number of trees proposed to be cut:__________

Tag number(s): as per the Tree Assessment Report ________ ________ ________ ________ _______

Tree Management Area:

□ Ravine Land □ Significant Stand of Mature Trees □ Ecosystem Enhancement Area

Minor Development Permit: ONLY for Ravine Lands & Significant Stands of Mature Trees Areas

DP#:________________________________ Date Issued:_______________________________________________

3. Owner / Applicant Information:

Registered Owner of the property (ies): Name (please print) E-mail

Address City Postal Code

Phone Cell Fax

Applicant: To be completed ONLY if applicant is not the owner Name (please print) E-mail

Address City Postal Code

Phone Cell Fax

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4. Submission Requirements:

Req’d Rec’d Details General State of Title Certificate Dated no more than 7 days from date of application submission Agent Authorization If applicant is not the subject property owner Proof of Business Ownership If registered owner is a company Lobbyist Form Must be completed by all applicants / agents Tree Assessment Report Prepared by a Certified Arborist. Not required for Type 1 requests if

documentation provided confirming tree is an imminent hazard Rationale for Removal Letter from property owner and photos of tree(s) to be cut / removed Type 1 Applications Letter of Consent From adjacent property owner for removal of structural root of tree

on adjacent property Type 2 Applications Tree Survey Prepared by a BC Land Surveyor Type 3 Applications Tree Survey Prepared by a BC Land Surveyor Coordinated Site Development Plan Coordinated and signed by owner/agent and all project consultants Other Geotechnical May be required for steeply sloped lots, prepared by a qualified

Geotechnical Engineer

5. Consent:

Applicant:

In consideration of the issuance of a Tree Management Permit as a result of this application, the applicant agrees to indemnify and

save harmless the City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, servants and agents from and against all claims,

losses damages, costs, expenses, including investigatory and legal expenses and other actions caused by or attributable to any willful

or negligent act, omission, delay, or allegations thereof on the part of the applicant or owner and their employees, sub-contractors or

agents related in any way to the Tree Management Permit. The applicant also agrees that this provision shall survive the termination

of the Tree Management Permit. As the applicant, I am aware of, understand and intend to comply with all the regulations and

requirements of the “White Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No. 1831” and certify that all information provided with this

application is correct and true. I further understand that a non-refundable fee of $ ____________________________ is payable at

time of application.

_________________________ _________________________ _________________________ (Date) (Name: Please Print) (Applicant Signature)

Registered Owner(s) of property (ies): To be completed ONLY if applicant is not the owner

As the registered owner(s) of the subject site(s), I/we certify that the information in this application is correct and true and

acknowledge that although I/we are not the applicant, I/we are also responsible for compliance with all provisions of the “White

Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No. 1831”.

_________________________ _________________________ _________________________ (Date) (Name: Please Print) (Registered Owner Signature)

_______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________

(Date) (Name: Please Print) (Registered Owner Signature)



Fax: 604-541-2153

AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM

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Civic Address(s): _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Legal Description(s): ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ PID(s): _____-_____-_____ _____-_____-_____ _____-_____-_____ _____-_____-_____ This document shall serve to notify the City of White Rock that I am / we are the legal owner(s) of the property described above and do authorize the person indicated below (“Authorized Agent”) to act on my / our behalf on all matters pertaining to the referenced Tree Management Permit Application for the above referenced property. In addition, I / we have read and understand the application requirements of the Tree Management Permit Application and authorize the Authorized Agent to act on our behalf. Name of Property Owner(s): _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________ City: __________________ Postal Code: ____________ E-mail: ________________________________________ Phone: ( ) _____________ Fax: ( ) ______________ Name of Authorized Agent: _______________________________________________________________________________ Company Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________ City: ________________ Postal Code: ______________ E-mail: ________________________________________ Phone: ( ) _____________ Fax: ( ) ______________ Signature of Property Owner(s):___________________________________________________________ Date: _________________ Signature of Property Owner(s):___________________________________________________________ Date: _________________ Signature of Authorized Agent: ___________________________________________________________ Date: _________________ Note: All registered owners of the property shall sign this Authorization Form. Use additional sheets if necessary. A new Authorization Form shall be submitted to the City of White Rock if the ownership of the property changes prior to completion of issuance of the building permit or before final approval is granted



Fax: 604-541-2153

TREE PRESERVATION & REPLACEMENT PLANTING

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Maintenance of Retained Protected Trees:

All protected trees to be retained will have a designated tree protection zone and must be protected with tree protection barrier

fencing during site development and building / demolition, as recommended by the project Arborist and in accordance with

Schedule A of the “White Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No. 1831”. Additionally, the City will require the posting of

securities for the maintenance of preserved protected trees in accordance with the “White Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No.

1831” as follows:

Species Size of Tree Securities

Deciduous or Coniferous Dbh ≤ 50cm $2,500.00 per retained tree

Native Flowering or Ornamental Dbh ≤ 30cm $2,500.00 per retained tree

Deciduous or Coniferous Dbh ≥ 50cm $4,500.00 per retained tree

Native Flowering or Ornamental Dbh ≥ 30cm $4,500.00 per retained tree

Heritage or Specimen Tree Dbh > 65cm $10,000 per retained tree

Replacement Tree Requirements:

Except for dead or hazardous trees, the City will require the provision of replacement trees. The posting of securities will be

required prior to the issue of any permits, and prior to any tree cutting or removal. The number and size of replacement trees will

depend upon the number and size of the tree(s) removed. Where conditions of the subject site(s) make it impractical to plant

replacement trees on-site, the applicant may make a proposal to provide cash-in-lieu of the planting of required replacement trees.

The number and size of replacement trees, as well as required securities or proposed cash-in-lieu will be calculated in accordance

with the “White Rock Tree Management Bylaw, 2008, No. 1831” as follows:

Size of Tree Replacement Ratio

Replacement Trees Securities / Cash-in-lieu

30-50cm dbh 2:1 6cm caliper deciduous; OR 3m high coniferous

$1,000.00 per replacement tree







>85cm dbh 6:1 10cm caliper deciduous; OR 4m high coniferous


WorkSafeBC Inspection Policy


15322 Buena Vista Ave., White Rock, B.C. V4B 1Y6 Phone 604 541 2136 Fax: 604 541 2153


Background WorkSafeBC promotes health and safety in the workplace in conjunction with its Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR). On construction sites the need for safe work practices is greatly increased because of the additional hazards present. Under the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation contractors are directly responsible for the safe work practices of their employees. The City has the responsibility for the safe work practices of its staff including the time spent on construction sites providing inspection services. Experience has shown that the level of safety varies widely from site to site, specifically on small construction sites related to the single dwelling industry. Scope This Policy applies to all workers required to enter a construction site for the purpose of providing inspection services. Policy City inspection staff must not enter or continue inspecting any construction site that to their knowledge is not in compliance with the OHSR or with WorkSafeBC’s publication, “Safe Work Practices for house construction” (BK48). City inspection staff must refuse inspection service to any unsafe site and must leave an inspection report or notification card on-site that clearly identifies and an explanation of service refusal. WorkSafeBC may be contacted at 604-276-3100. Sites that are refused inspection service due to unsafe site conditions will be charged an automatic re-inspection fee, in accordance with the City of White Rock’s, “Building Bylaw 2012, No. 1928” which must be paid before requesting re-inspection of the project. Note that construction shall not proceed until authorized by the required inspection. A copy of this policy and WorkSafeBC’s publication “Congratulations on obtaining your building permit…” can be obtained through WorkSafeBC. Details City inspection staff are required to refuse inspection services when they identify unsafe work site conditions. Examples of issues that create an unsafe work site include (but are not limited to):

1. Unguarded floor deck openings such as stair openings. 2. Open staircases that do not have temporary handrails or guards in place. 3. Open decks or balconies which do not have temporary guards and which are required to be accessed

for a requested inspection. 4. Open trenches or excavations 4 feet deep or greater that do not meet the excavation requirements set

out in sections 20.78-20.95 of the OHSR (e.g. proper shoring or geotechnical engineer’s written instructions)

5. Construction sites that are cluttered with construction debris which presents a tripping hazard or potential for other injuries (i.e. nails)

6. Access provisions that are not in accordance with WorkSafeBC requirements such as make-shift ladders, ramps or steps.

7. Unsecured overhead hazards. 8. Unstable work platforms. 9. Working in hazardous proximity to overhead power lines. 10. Any other obvious hazard which could jeopardize the safety of City staff.

Your co-operation is requested in assuring that all job site workers are familiar with this policy so that construction may proceed in a timely and efficient manner. Effective March 2012


Secondary Suite Registration Program

Planning and Development Services Department



The New Program City Council has recently approved a process to legalize accessory registered secondary suites in one-unit single family residential zones. These zones include: RS-1 One-Unit Residential Zone RS-2 One-Unit (Small Lot) Residential Zone RS-3 One-Unit (Small Lot, Hillside) Residential Zone RS-4 One-Unit (12.1m Lot Width) Residential Zone RE-1, RE-2, RE-3 (Estate Residential Zones) RI-1, RI-2 One-Unit (infill 1 and infill 2) Residential Zones Please check the zoning of your property to ensure you are eligible. What is an accessory registered secondary suite? The Zoning Bylaw states that an accessory registered secondary suite shall:

be accessory to a one-unit residential use only; be limited to one accessory registered secondary suite per lot; shall conform with the current BC Building Code requirements and limited to a

maximum of 90 square metres residential gross floor area and not more than two (2) bedrooms;

provide one additional on-site parking space for occupants of the accessory registered secondary suite; and

be inspected and registered through the City’s Secondary Suite Registration process.

General Requirements

The accessory registered secondary suite floor space cannot be more than 40% of the habitable floor space of the entire building.

The accessory registered secondary suite can be located within the principal dwelling unit or within an “accessory coach house”.

One (1) additional off street parking space must be provided for the accessory registered secondary suite in addition to the parking already required for the main


house. The accessory registered secondary suite minimum parking space dimensions are 2.5m (8’- 0’’) in width by 5.2m (17’-0’’) in length. The accessory registered secondary suite parking space cannot block access to the main residential parking area. The City encourages the use of pervious parking surfaces for the additional parking space (i.e. grasscrete paving stones).

RI-1 driveway width requirements restrict the additional space to tandem.

For new homes, permits and inspections of the suite can be included as part of the overall permit and inspection process.

Construction Requirements Please note that the following are guidelines and may or may not apply in each circumstance. For more comprehensive details refer to the current British Columbia Building Code Section 9.36. Fire Sprinklered Residences

Hardwired photoelectric type smoke alarm to be installed in the main residence, in each bedroom and in the suite living area. Photoelectric type alarms are less prone to nuisance false alarms.

Exterior suite door to be hinged – using a sliding door as your only exit door not permitted.

If you have an interconnecting door between suite and main residence the door, frame and self-closing devise must have a ULC 20 minute rating.

Heating and ventilation ducts are not permitted to be interconnected.

Independent heating system required. This could include: electrical baseboards, hot water or gas appliance rated to heat entire space. (i.e.; gas fireplace)

Central Vacuum systems are not permitted to be interconnected.

A ventilation system is required for the suite and could be as simple as a continuously running bathroom fan and 6’’ passive make-up air duct from the exterior.

A fire separation is required between the main residence and suite. This can be achieved with ½” gypsum board on the walls and 5/8’’ gypsum board on the ceilings. This is often typical construction in modern single dwelling houses making upgrading minimal.

Minimum headroom height in suite shall be not less then 2.0m (6’-7’’).

Pot lights are not permitted

Non-Sprinklered Residences If you have a non-sprinklered existing suite or wish to construct a suite in a non-sprinklered residence you must meet the full BC Building Code Section 9.36 standards for secondary suites. Specific considerations under Section 9.36 of the BC Building Code include:

Hardwired photoelectric smoke alarms are required in the main residence, in each bedroom and the suite. These alarms must be interconnected and conform to CAN/ULC S531 standard.

Exterior suite door to be hinged – using a sliding door as your only exit door not permitted.

If you have an interconnecting door between suite and main residence the door, frame and selfclosing devise must have a ULC 20 minute rating.

Heating and ventilation ducts cannot be interconnected.

Central Vacuum systems are not permitted to be interconnected.

Independent heating system required. This could include: electrical baseboards, hot water or gas appliance rated to heat entire space. (i.e. gas fireplace)

A ventilation system is required for the suite and could be as simple as a continuously running bathroom fan and 6’’ passive make-up air duct from the exterior.

A separation between the main residence and suite is required with a minimum fire resistant rating of 30 minutes. This can be achieved with ½ ‘’ gypsum board on the walls and 5/8’’ gypsum board on the ceilings. This is often typical construction in modern single dwelling houses making upgrading minimal.

Minimum headroom height in suite shall be not less then 2.0m (6’-7’’).

Pot lights are not permitted

Plan Requirements Floor Plans To apply for the Building Permit you will need two (2) copies of the Floor Plan of the suite with the following information:

Scale ¼”=1’0” or metric equivalent.

The entire floor area of the level on which the suite is located.

Floor plans of the rest of the house may be required to accurately determine the 40% total area of the suite.

The walls of fire separation between the suite and the rest of the house.

The uses and sizes of all the rooms.

The uses and sizes of all the doors and windows.

Location of smoke alarms.

Location of exhaust fan.

The exit door(s) and required bedroom exit window.

Wall construction specifics.

Site Plans You will also need two (2) copies of a Site Plan showing the following information:

The entire lot.

Property lines with dimensions.

Location of the house on the lot.

Identification and dimensions of setbacks from the property line.

Location of all parking spaces indicating suite parking space. Limits on uses and activities Accessory registered secondary suites are allowed in all one-unit residential zones. Only one (1) accessory registered secondary suite is permitted per lot. Enforcement The City will continue it’s current enforcement program acting on a complaint basis. Secondary suites which are not yet registered but which have been given notice by the City that they must conform to the Zoning Bylaw or be decommissioned shall be given six months from the date of notice to meet the requirements of the Zoning Bylaw. For information on how to properly decommission your suite please contact the Planning and Development Services Department at 604-541-2136. Costs A one-time fee of $200 is required to apply for registration of an accessory registered secondary suite in conjunction with a new house building permit. A one-time fee of $275 is required for all other secondary suite registrations. Inspections may be required and costs will vary based on the scope of work proposed. A sanitary sewer levy charge (contact the City’s Property Tax Clerk) will continue to be applied on a yearly basis to all registered and non-registered suites.

Coach House Construction

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A Coach House is to be constructed to the requirements of the current B.C. Building Code and subsection 9.10.14. Spatial Separation between Buildings. The floor and supporting structure is to have a 1 hr. fire resistant rating. Construction between the coach house and garage must provide a sound rating of 50 STC. If there is an exterior stair to the suite, no openings from the garage are permitted under or adjacent to the stair. No openings in the garage are permitted below cantilevers. Cantilevers must maintain the same fire resistance rating as the supporting structure. A Coach House is required to be fire sprinklered to NFPA 13D Combustible piping is permitted in a coach house only if the garage is fire sprinklered. However, is not permitted in a non-combustible wall assembly. The construction requirements for and Exposing Building Face where the maximum permitted unprotected openings is between 0 to 10% are:

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