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CroFlames · 03-14-2022, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Scroopy Noopers

You’re fine to build stuff like that and sheds as long as they are 10 m2 or less (and not an addition). So for that link you don’t need a permit.

12x12 = 144sqft which is 13.3 sq m according to the google.

Scroopy Noopers · 03-14-2022, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by CroFlames

12x12 = 144sqft which is 13.3 sq m according to the google.

Stupid freedom units, my apologies!

Ducay · 03-15-2022, 08:21 AM

I'd be shocked if a freestanding pergola like that would qualify as an accessory building under the LUB (too lazy to check def'ns). But I can guarantee no one in the history of ever has got a permit for installing a costco ready-made freestanding pergola, you're fine.

Barnes · 03-15-2022, 08:23 AM

I think it requires a permit if it is not freestanding ie attached to a house or within a half meter.

Fuzz · 03-15-2022, 08:29 AM

https://www.calgary.ca/pda/pd/home-b...direct=/garage

Parcel coverage looks like the only applicable item, other than 1m from the house.

agulati · 03-15-2022, 08:41 AM

Thinking of getting epoxy on our garage floor. For folks who have gotten it done, worth it? Also any recommendations for companies that do a good job?

rohara66 · 03-15-2022, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by agulati

Thinking of getting epoxy on our garage floor. For folks who have gotten it done, worth it? Also any recommendations for companies that do a good job?

Zone Garage is doing mine in a month. They came recommended by multiple friends and were price competitive with the other quotes I got.

CroFlames · 03-15-2022, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Ducay

I'd be shocked if a freestanding pergola like that would qualify as an accessory building under the LUB (too lazy to check def'ns). But I can guarantee no one in the history of ever has got a permit for installing a costco ready-made freestanding pergola, you're fine.

That's what I'm thinking. Like come the #### on. Buy a ready-made pavilion thing from Costco and I need a BUILDING permit??? Mine would be a good 20 feet away from my house, but it would be greater than 10m2

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Do I need a permit?
A detached garage or similar structure (shed, pergola, gazebo, greenhouse, arbour, workshop, playhouse or carport) requires a permit if:

It is greater than 10 m2 (107 sq. ft.) – if it is under 10 m2, review our section for buildings under 10 m2 (107sq. ft.).

It is attached to a house – this is considered an addition and not a garage or similar structure. You will need to review the additions page.

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Originally Posted by agulati

Thinking of getting epoxy on our garage floor. For folks who have gotten it done, worth it? Also any recommendations for companies that do a good job?

I used Zone Garage, but I did polyaspartic (not an epoxy) coating with flakes. It's like, 10x the price of epoxy. But indestructible and looks waaaaay nicer. My only qualm is I wish it was grippier. It's a tiny bit slippery when wet.

Fuzz · 03-15-2022, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by CroFlames

That's what I'm thinking. Like come the #### on. Buy a ready-made pavilion thing from Costco and I need a BUILDING permit??? Mine would be a good 20 feet away from my house, but it would be greater than 10m2

I used Zone Garage, but I did polyaspartic (not an epoxy) coating with flakes. It's like, 10x the price of epoxy. But indestructible and looks waaaaay nicer. My only qualm is I wish it was grippier. It's a tiny bit slippery when wet.

https://www.calgary.ca/pda/pd/planni...live-chat.html

You can ask anonymous questions through the chat, I'd just send them the link and ask if you need to do anything. They have always been helpful for me.

topfiverecords · 03-15-2022, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by CroFlames

That's what I'm thinking. Like come the #### on. Buy a ready-made pavilion thing from Costco and I need a BUILDING permit??? Mine would be a good 20 feet away from my house, but it would be greater than 10m2

By the letter of the Vogon Bureaucracy you need a permit, but zero point in doing so.

CroFlames · 03-15-2022, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Fuzz

https://www.calgary.ca/pda/pd/planni...live-chat.html

You can ask anonymous questions through the chat, I'd just send them the link and ask if you need to do anything. They have always been helpful for me.

I've never used that live chat before I assumed it was one of those automated bots or whatever.

Will check it out now and report back to the group.

CroFlames · 03-15-2022, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by CroFlames

I've never used that live chat before I assumed it was one of those automated bots or whatever.

Will check it out now and report back to the group.

OK so that was fast.

But yes, permit required lol. $330 money grab.

Fuzz · 03-15-2022, 10:01 AM

Crazy stuff...

FYI you can build 2 smaller structures, as long as they are not touching. So just cut the roof in half.

I wanted a shed with an extended roofline for sheltering garden stuff, but it was over the size limit, so I have one roof line a few inches above and overlapping. Meant another set of posts, and a bit less stable, but hey. Rules!

Scroopy Noopers · 03-15-2022, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by topfiverecords

By the letter of the Vogon Bureaucracy you need a permit, but zero point in doing so.

Just based on what I’ve seen topfiverecords discuss professionally, I’d go with us over the city.

For exactly this reason.

Also I don’t want your stupid little shed permit holding up all my projects. The city is slow enough.

CroFlames · 03-15-2022, 10:25 AM

It's not even a shed!

It's 4 posts with some aluminum panels on top.

Scroopy Noopers · 03-15-2022, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by CroFlames

It's not even a shed!

It's 4 posts with some aluminum panels on top.

Yeah it’s completely idiotic. Just make sure any set backs from the house and property line are in compliance. Worst that will happen one day is you get a $330 fine. But that’s never going to actually happen.

I’m 100% pro permits, for the record. But in your situation I can’t think of a bigger waste of time and money. For everyone involved.

PaperBagger'14 · 03-15-2022, 10:32 AM

I wouldn't pull a permit for one and some permitting rules are absolutely nuts. By the technical rule of the Canadian Electrical Code you need a permit for any maintenance, installation or construction of any equipment. Technically changing a light bulb requires a permit but no one in their right mind would do that.

topfiverecords · 03-15-2022, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by PaperBagger'14

I wouldn't pull a permit for one and some permitting rules are absolutely nuts. By the technical rule of the Canadian Electrical Code you need a permit for any maintenance, installation or construction of any equipment. Technically changing a light bulb requires a permit but no one in their right mind would do that.

If I had excess cash, for fun, I’d pull an electrical permit just to see the look on the inspector’s face when he shows up and I lead him to where I changed a lightbulb.

Barnes · 03-15-2022, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by topfiverecords

If I had excess cash, for fun, I’d pull an electrical permit just to see the look on the inspector’s face when he shows up and I lead him to where I changed a lightbulb.

Would probably be 2 visits. Lightbulb removal then lightbulb installation.

timun · 03-15-2022, 06:05 PM

C'mon guys, don't be absurd... the electrical code doesn't say you need a permit to replace a light bulb.

The point of making you apply for a BP for a shed over 10 sqm is so that you are complying with the lot coverage and setback requirements in the Land Use Bylaw. Is a packaged pergola from Costco likely to fall over? No, but some hillbilly lean-to may be a hazard.