Building and Permits

National Building Code Requirements

The District of Katepwa would like to remind current and prospective property owners that all building permit applications must comply with the version of the National Building Code adopted by the Province of Saskatchewan and in force at the time of application.

While the District’s Zoning Bylaw establishes minimum yard setbacks, applicants must also ensure their proposed building complies with applicable building code requirements, including spatial separation and fire protection provisions.

Depending on the location of the building and its proximity to property lines, compliance may require increased side yard setbacks, fire-resistant construction methods, sprinkler systems, non-combustible exterior finishes, or other measures as prescribed by the applicable building code.

Property owners are encouraged to consult with their building designer, contractor, or building official during the planning stages of their project to ensure compliance with all zoning and building code requirements.

Permit Information

Whether you are constructing a residence or garage on your land, renovating an existing building, operating a home based business or constructing a commercial building a number of permits may be required prior to beginning your project.

The first step in your project planning should be to review the information and links on this page as they will provide you with more information and the required application forms to be submitted.

Shoreline Work Permits

To acquire a permit to do shoreline work contact Adam Matichuk at 306 787-1319.

Prior to your start work associated with an Aquatic Habitat Protection Permit, a Conservation Officer must be notified at the Ministry of Environment in Fort Qu’Appelle 1-800 – 567- 4224.

Please go to https://www.wsask.ca/Permits-and-Approvals/Apply-for-a-Permit-or-License/

Development Permits

A development permit acknowledges the use of land or buildings and its compliance with the applicable Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. In almost all cases an approved development permit is required before commencing any development or use of land in the District. If you begin development without the required approvals, the District has the ability under the Zoning Bylaw to issue a Stop Work order, or others means of enforcement.

Permitted Uses

These uses are intended to be appropriate for the Zoning District in which they are listed and not have major impacts on adjacent land uses. Therefore, District staff appointed as development officers approve these applications not the District Council. The development officer has the ability to approve, approve with conditions or refuse a permitted use application.

Discretionary uses

These uses may have one or more features or potential effects that warrant proposal specific review with a recommendation made to District Council. Discretionary use development permits are reviewed under a set of evaluation criteria included in the Zoning Bylaw.

Discretionary Use Application

Building Permits

A building permit is separate from a development permit. A building permit refers to building construction and compliance with the national Building Code and is governed by the District Building Bylaw.