Building Inspections

Building Inspections assist the homeowner or builder in constructing a building that meets current structural, health, security and fire protection safety standards.


Community Profiles & Demographics

Included here are community profiles for the City and its neighbourhoods containing demographic, workforce and education data, as well as Human Resources Development Canada statistics.


Current Development Planning Applications

A list of Development Planning applications which are at the application stage.


Development Applications

A Development Planning Application may be required, depending on the location of the property and the type of development. Find out more information about this process.


Development Permit Areas

Development Permit Areas are designated for specific areas and purposes. Subject to the provisions of the Local Government Act, all development, except single-unit dwellings, within a defined area are subject to the issuance of a Development Permit.


Fees & Charges

Fees and charges are the costs associated with developing land, including but not limited to Development Cost Charges, purchasing City plan documents, licences and permits.


Green Development Guide

Green Development practices are solutions to environmental challenges. This guide provides an explanation of green development topics, and highlights green development practices which can be applicable to development conditions within Coquitlam.


Heritage Planning

Coquitlam enjoys a rich heritage, evident in many features throughout the City. The notion of heritage extends beyond individual buildings, affecting overall streetscapes and neighbourhoods.


Housing Choices Study

“Housing Choices” refers to new small-scale housing options in some of the single-family areas of Southwest Coquitlam.


Property Development & Builder Resources

Quick access to the City’s development applications, permits and inspection request.


Secondary Suites

Like all housing, secondary suites must be regulated. The city adopted a Secondary Suite program in 1999 and it is designed to balance the needs of the homeowner with the health and safety requirements that apply to all housing.


Special Plans & Projects

Updates and processes to Coquitlam's Area and neighbourhood planssprocesses in the City


Social Planning

Social planning focuses on improving well-being and quality of life in a community and involves the assessment of community needs and engaging community cooperation and participation.