Safety Codes, Permits and Inspections
Know your Codes! Learn about permit requirements. Apply for your permits here!
Welcome to Safety Codes
Important Update from Town of High River Safety Codes
Starting on July 7, 2025, the Town will update the way it handles Safety Codes services to better serve our community. Please note the following changes:
- Subtrade Permits (Plumbing, Electrical, Gas, Private Sewage): Submit all applications by email to permits@highriver.ca
- Building Permits: Submit all applications by email to permits@highriver.ca
- General Inquiries: Complete the Safety Codes Inquiry Form available on our website and email it to permits@highriver.ca
- Want to speak to staff? Please complete the Inquiry Form and submit it to permits@highriver.ca. A team member will follow up with you directly.
All other services remain unchanged. The Town of High River's Safety Codes team remains committed to promoting safety and supporting construction throughout the Town.
Email us anytime at permits@highriver.ca - we're happy to help!
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 – 2023 Alberta Edition, 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.
Inspections:
Gas, Plumbing, Electrical, and Private Sewage Inspections are conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please contact the Safety Codes Department at permits@highriver.ca to schedule an inspection.
Building inspections are conducted on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Please contact the Safety Codes Department at permits@highriver.ca to schedule an inspection.
- Inspection Information – Plumbing, Electrical, Gas, Private Sewage Permits
- Building Inspection Requirements
Information on Trench Inspections, Water Meter Inspections, and additional utility inspections, can be found on our Utility Information & Water Meters page.
Resources
We're here to help, contact us!
309B Macleod Trail S.W., High River, Alberta
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm (Closed on statutory holidays)
permits@highriver.ca
Maps
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.