These are buildings that include office buildings, retail space, warehouses and more. This differs somewhat from commercial property, which also includes multi-family buildings like apartment buildings (multi-family buildings above).
General Requirements
Before submitting a commercial permit application, applicants must ensure they have the necessary permits and drawings ready for review. This includes a variety of permits related to construction, plumbing, drainage, and electrical work. All necessary locates must be completed prior to project commencement.
General Requirements Table
Permits Required:
- Building Permit/Development Permit
- Plumbing Permit
- Drainage Permit
- Demolition Permit (if there is an existing structure),)
- Approach Permit
- Street Cut Permit (if applicable)
- Water and Wastewater Connection Permit
- Electrical Permit (this is not a city permit, you must go to Manitoba Hydro)
Locates: Must be completed before starting your project.
Drawings Required
- Site Plan
- Construction Drawings
- Floor Plan (label windows and bathrooms, even for unfinished basements)
- Cross Sections
- Window Schedule
- Foundation Plans
- Engineered Drawings (if applicable)
- Plumbing Schematics
- Red Seal ticket for Plumber
- Engineered Drainage Plan
- Status of Title (Issued by Winnipeg Land Titles Office, no later than 30 days before application)
Zoning Requirements
The zoning requirements specify the conditions and standards for different types of commercial developments. These requirements include the specifications for various zones, including site standards such as yard setbacks and maximum coverage.
Minimum Standards Required
| Zone | Front Yard | Rear Yard | Interior Side Yard | Corner Side Yard | Height | Maximum Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL COMMERCIAL (C2) | 0 feet | 2 feet | 0 feet | 0 feet | 75 feet | 100% of lot |
| STRIP COMMERCIAL (C3) | 40 feet | 10 feet | 0 feet | 0 feet | 30 feet | 60% of lot |
| HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (C4) | 50 feet | 25 feet | 15 feet | 20 feet | 30 feet | 50% of lot |
| LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M1) | 25 feet | 10 feet | 5 feet | 10 feet | 45 feet | 60% of lot |
| HEAVY INDUSTRIAL (M2) | 25 feet | 10 feet | 10 feet | 15 feet | n/a | 60% of lot |
| BUSINESS PARK ZONE (MP) | 30 feet | 25 feet | 10 feet | 15 feet | 45 feet | 60% of lot |
Click here for the Zoning By-Law and go to Section 7 for more information on Commercial Zones
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