Safety Codes, Permits and Inspections
Know your Codes! Learn about permit requirements. Apply for your permits here!
Welcome to Safety Codes
Safety Codes Service Changes – Effective August
To better serve residents and contractors, the Town of High River is updating how Safety Codes services are delivered. Please review the following changes:
- Permit Applications: All Building Permits and Subtrade Permits (Plumbing, Electrical, Gas, Private Sewage) must be submitted through our e-permitting system. Learn more about the program on our Submitting Permits Online page.
- Inspection Requests: For Plumbing, Electrical, and Gas inspections, please contact our contracted inspection agency directly: Davis Inspection Services Ltd.
- General Inquiries: Complete the Safety Codes Inquiry Form on our website and email it to: permits@highriver.ca
Our Safety Codes team is here to help ensure safe, successful construction in our community.
Using the E-Permitting System
Follow these steps to submit your permit online:
- Go to the e-permitting site
- Create an account or log in
- Note: “Continue as Guest” offers limited access and won’t save your permit history.
- Gather your documents
- Include required drawings, checklists, and supporting information.
- Select “Town of High River” as your municipality.
- Click on the “Permits” tab to begin your application.
- Fill in all required fields and upload your documents.
- Review your summary and submit the application.
- Town staff will follow up for payment once your application is reviewed.
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.
Inspections:
For Plumbing, Electrical, and Gas inspection requests, please contact our inspection agency directly at: Davis Inspections Services Ltd.
Building inspections are conducted on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Please contact the Safety Codes Department at permits@highriver.ca to schedule an inspection.
Information on Trench Inspections, Water Meter Inspections, and additional utility inspections, can be found on our Utility Information & Water Meters page.
Resources
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permits@highriver.ca
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Frequently Requested Bylaws
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, Structure Move-On and Structure Move-Off 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.