PERMIT INFORMATION

PERMIT INFORMATION

The primary purpose for the issuance of a permit is to ensure that all buildings comply with safety, health, building and zoning requirements of the Town of Bonavista and the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Permits are required for:

  • construction of new residential and commercial building or structure
  • demolish or relocate a residential and commercial building or structure
  • additions to an existing residential or commercial building or structure such as decks/patios, porches, storage sheds, garages
  • fencing - residential and commercial 
  • vendors
  • concession stands/food trucks
  • events/concerts
  • fingerboard directional signage
  • commercial occupancy
  • new businesses

PERMIT APPLICATIONS

Applicants should allow adequate time for the application process, particularly if multiple municipal departments and other agencies are involved. The application process could take up to 4-6 weeks.

Applications can be submitted in person to the administration office, or by email to [email protected]. All applications must be submitted with all required documentation.

PERMIT FEES

Storage Shed Permit – New Construction $50
Storage Shed Permit – Extension $25
Fencing Permit $25
Patio / Deck – New Construction Permit $25
Patio / Deck – Extension Permit $10
Residential Building Permit $100
Residential Houses & Mobile Homes – Extension Permit $75
Business Permit $50
Commercial Buildings, New & Extensions:
  $20,000.00 and over $150
$2.00 for each $1,000.00 over $20,000.00
Demolition Permits $25
Water Reconnection Fee $25
Water Disconnection Fee $25
Concession Stand / Food Truck / Vendors Permit

$10 Daily

$50 Weekly

$150 Yearly

Circus / Concert / Event $100 Daily
Directional Signage $50 Yearly

CONTACT INFORMATION

95 Church Street
P.O. Box 295
Bonavista, Newfoundland A0C 1B0
Tel: 709-468-7747
Fax: 709-468-2495
[email protected]

TOWN OFFICE HOURS

Monday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

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