Calgary Permit Playbooks

Interior fit-up and renovation of an existing commercial tenancy. Covers building permit requirements, trade permits, and inspection sequence for a tenant improvement project within a Calgary commercial building.

Approval process for a new business tenant where the proposed use differs from the previously approved use, or where the City requires formal tenancy change review before a business licence can be issued.

Land use compliance check required by the City of Calgary before a Business Licence can be issued. Used when a business moves into a new location or renews its licence at a new address, with no change of use from the previously approved tenancy.

End-to-end approval process for opening a new restaurant or food service establishment in Calgary. Covers Development Permit (change of use), Building Permit, trade permits, Alberta Health Services food establishment permit, optional liquor licence, and Business Licence.