Safety Codes, Permits and Inspections
Know your Codes! Learn about permit requirements. Apply for your permits here!
Welcome to Safety Codes
The Town of High River has put a temporary pause on Final Grade Certificates as Town Administration review internal policies and requirements. Learn more by reading our letter to contractors.
The Safety Codes team reviews and processes permit applications in the following disciplines: building (new construction, renovations, additions), demolition, gas, plumbing, and electrical.
Our team is also responsible for construction design approvals in order to ensure all projects meet the minimum building code requirements of the National Building Code – Alberta Edition 2019, the Safety Codes Act, and the Town of High River’s Quality Management Plan. All associated inspections are administered and managed through the Safety Codes group.
We are here to assist you in determining which permits you require in order to make your project successful and compliant.
THE NATIONAL BUILDING CODE – 2023 ALBERTA EDITION, NATIONAL FIRE CODE – 2023 ALBERTA EDITION AND THE NATIONAL ENERGY CODE OF CANADA FOR BUILDINGS 2020 WILL COME INTO FORCE ON MAY 1, 2024. View the Government of Alberta Notice below:
The Town of High River has put a temporary pause on Final Grade Certificates as Town Administration review internal policies and requirements. Learn more by reading our letter to contractors.
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309B Macleod Trail S.W., High River, Alberta
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm (Closed on statutory holidays)
permits@highriver.ca
403-603-3411 or 403-603-3412
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Report a ConcernDo You Need A Building Permit?
The building permit process protects both the owner’s interests and those of the community at large.
Building and Construction
Below you will find important documents related to building and construction permits including checklists, brochures and information on building codes.
Demolition Permits
A permit is required to demolish or move a building from a site and must be acquired prior to applying for your new building permit.
Gas, Plumbing and Electrical Permits
Schedule all plumbing, gas and electrical inspections with the Town of High River Safety Codes Department.