Building, Development & Construction

ePermitting

Apply for a permit, track the progress of the application, pay fees, and even request inspections all digitally.

How to use ePermitting

Once you have reviewed the above user guides, visit saskatoon.ca/ePermitting to register your account or to login to the online portal.

In addition to building and plumbing permits, many planning applications can also be done completely online through the City of Saskatoon's ePermitting system. For help with planning approvals we have created an page with helpful guides here.

Saskatoon Water Pre-Review Application

Before you apply for your next building permit, complete the Saskatoon Water Pre-review Application Form to ensure your water and sewer servicing needs are met without surprises or delays.

By completing this pre-review, Saskatoon Water can:

Assess your site’s servicing needs.

Confirm system capacities meet municipal standards.

Proactively address any fire flow or servicing concerns to keep your project on track.

Simply complete the online form at saskatoon.ca/prereview. The application only requires a few details of your project and will be processed within 5 business days.

Effective Wednesday, December 4, 2024, all building permit applications for three or more dwelling units in established Saskatoon neighbourhoods will require a Saskatoon Water Pre-review Approval to be submitted with your building permit application. A Saskatoon Water Pre-review Approval is not required for new neighbourhoods.

For more information or to submit your pre-review application, visit saskatoon.ca/prereview.

The Building Standards team is committed to helping homeowners, professional consultants and contractors navigate the City’s construction standards and permits. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Building Standards at 306-975-2645 or email building.standards@saskatoon.ca.

Industrial, Commercial, Institutional & Multi-Storey Building Permit

Apply for a commercial, industrial, institutional, assembly, or apartment building building and development permit.

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Residential Building Permit

Apply for a residential building permit to begin the development of a residential dwelling.

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Permit Forms & Applications

Find a complete listing of required submission forms, permit applications, and information documents for your next project.

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Zoning

Learn about the City's Zoning Bylaw and Bylaw Reviews. Use an interactive map to determine what zone applies to your property.

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Demolition

A demolition permit is required for the moving or removal of a building or structure. Review the demolition permit process.

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Plumbing

A plumbing permit is required whenever a plumbing system is being constructed, changed, renewed, repaired or when fixtures are being set for the first time on an originally permitted rough in.

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