Building & Safety Code Permits
Before starting any construction or installation project, it’s essential to confirm that all required permits are in place. Review the list below to identify the application form that applies to your project.
Note: If you are applying for a Building Permit, please confirm whether a Development Permit is required by contacting Development Services – Wheatland County.
Before starting any construction or excavation work, contact Utility Safety Partners to have underground utilities marked. This helps prevent costly and dangerous damage to utility lines. Visit www.clickbeforeyoudig.com to submit a locate request.
Applications
For building checklists and more information, refer to the following:
Submitting Your Permit Application
Completed permit applications may be submitted at any time by emailing them to safetycodes@wheatlandcounty.ca.
Once your application is received, applicable fees will be calculated and payment instructions will be provided for online processing.
Building Permits and Private Sewage Disposal System (PSDS) Permits are issued by The Inspections Group Inc. within 1 to 3 weeks.
Safety Codes Permits (Electrical, Gas, and Plumbing) are typically issued within 1 to 3 business days.
Ready for an Inspection?
As of January 1, 2024, Wheatland County has appointed The Inspections Group Inc. as the designated Safety Codes Inspection Agency.
Residents, businesses, and contractors requiring inspections are asked to contact The Inspections Group Inc. directly to arrange services. Inspections can be scheduled by emailing south@inspectionsgroup.com or by calling 1-888-852-3558.
For more information about Safety Codes and inspection requirements, please visit The Inspections Group Inc.’s website or reach out using the contact details above.
Building a New Dwelling?
Building in the Lakes of Muirfield?
The Home Buyer Protection Act requires builders to provide appropriate warranty coverage. A building permit cannot be issued unless the coverage requirements, or in certain circumstances, an authorization for exemption, are in place.
- Builders are responsible for making sure the home is enrolled with a warranty provider and that the warranty coverage meets legislated requirements. Homes under warranty must also be registered.
- Landowners who want to build their own homes can do so with an owner builder authorization and exemption letter. An approved owner builder can choose to build with or without purchasing home warranty.
- Mobile Home and RTM that have a CSA A277 serial number and will not require a warranty or registration number.
For more information: www.alberta.ca/new-home-warranty. An example of the registration can be found in the above Checklist and More Information section.
Note: Wheatland County does not allow Septic Holding Tanks for residential, it must be a Septic System.
Building within the Lakes of Muirfield involves some unique considerations. Please see the documents below for information.