Your project
starts here.
New build, renovation, or addition — find architects, contractors, and real cost data from 10 years of Metro Vancouver permits.
Where are you in your project?
Pick the step that matches where you are right now.
Find an Architect
New build, addition, or major reno — you need designs and permit drawings first.
Browse Architects →Find a Contractor
Have plans or know the scope? Browse hundreds of contractors by trade and project size.
Browse Contractors →Small Repair or Assembly
Drywall, furniture assembly, mounting — find a handyman for free. Some trades require provincial certification.
Find a Handyman →Not Sure Yet
Check real cost data and permit guides to plan your budget.
View Cost Guides →What Does It Cost?
Median project values from real permits filed in Metro Vancouver.
Earn $20 for every trade that finishes
When you book through PermitBC, you get cash back as each trade completes their work. Up to $200 per project.
Submit your project brief
Describe the work you need done. We match you with proven contractor teams from 10 years of permit data.
Trades complete the work
Each trade — plumber, electrician, framer, roofer — verifies completion through PermitBC.
Get $20 per trade, up to $200
A typical renovation involves 4–10 trades = $80–$200 cash back. Most homeowners earn back the brief cost after the second trade.
Project brief
$29.99
After 1 trade completes
+$20.00
After 2nd trade completes
+$20.00
You're already ahead
+$10.01
Cashback applies to project briefs only. Handyman requests are free and not eligible for trade completion rewards.
Architects & Designers
Professionals who file permits in Metro Vancouver — based on public permit records
Lineform Architecture Inc
ProfessionalMichael Lu
105 permits · $59,451,691 total
New Construction
Kensington-Cedar Cottage · Victoria-Fraserview · Kitsilano
LQ Design GROUP Ltd
ProfessionalQI LI
733 permits · $282,166,579 total
New Construction
Dunbar-Southlands · West Point Grey · Kerrisdale
Richtown Construction Ltd.
ProfessionalSimon Wong
65 permits · $17,270,418 total
New Construction
Renfrew-Collingwood · Hastings-Sunrise · Victoria-Fraserview
Coto Design Inc.
ProfessionalChris Ng
47 permits · $4,724,765 total
Renovation
Marpole · Fairview · Kerrisdale
Kuldip Brar
Professional30 permits · $12,314,775 total
New Construction
Renfrew-Collingwood · Hastings-Sunrise · Sunset
Pontem Group
ProfessionalJack Hui
23 permits · $1,047,637,459 total
New Construction
South Cambie · West End · Kensington-Cedar Cottage
Listings based on public permit filing records. Does not verify trade certification, insurance, or WorkSafeBC status. Not an endorsement.
Recently Active Contractors
Based on 10 years of public permit records
Bricklane Developments - 0869270 BC LTD
26 permits · $19,495,460 total
Hastings-Sunrise · Victoria-Fraserview · Marpole
Van-City Excavating Ltd
178 permits · $16,579,895 total
Dunbar-Southlands · Kensington-Cedar Cottage · Hastings-Sunrise
Apollo Excavating & Civil Works Ltd.
78 permits · $8,734,500 total
Dunbar-Southlands · West Point Grey · Kerrisdale
PB Management Group Inc
21 permits · $27,455,312 total
Downtown
Brar Empire Homes Ltd
19 permits · $14,606,803 total
Renfrew-Collingwood · Kensington-Cedar Cottage · Hastings-Sunrise
JNS Developments Ltd
11 permits · $5,332,056 total
Renfrew-Collingwood · Kensington-Cedar Cottage · Riley Park
Available Rebates & Incentives
Federal, provincial, and municipal programs you may qualify for
Vancouver Heritage Energy Retrofit Grant
$18,000
Learn more →Burnaby Climate-Friendly Home Upgrades
$14,000
Learn more →What Are Your Neighbours Building?
Recent permit activity by neighbourhood
Downtown
7190
recent permits
865 contractors active
Kensington-Cedar Cottage
3079
recent permits
798 contractors active
Renfrew-Collingwood
2526
recent permits
695 contractors active
Hastings-Sunrise
2461
recent permits
673 contractors active
West End
2352
recent permits
446 contractors active
Kitsilano
2282
recent permits
661 contractors active
Why PermitBC?
We don't sell leads or accept paid placements. Everything you see comes from public permit records.
Verified Data Only
Every stat comes from official city permit records — not reviews or self-claims.
No Pay-to-Play
Rankings are based on permit history. No contractor can pay to appear higher.
10 Years of History
Deep track records show who's consistent — not just who's new and unproven.
Hyper-Local
Find professionals who already work in your neighbourhood and know local rules.
Your Project Journey
From first idea to final inspection — here's how a typical project moves through the permit system.
Planning
Define scope & budget
Use our cost guides and neighbourhood data to understand what similar projects cost in your area.
Design
Hire an architect or designer
Browse professionals by neighbourhood expertise and project type. They produce permit-ready drawings.
Permit
Submit & get approved
Your designer files the permit application. Track approval progress and typical timelines for your municipality.
Build
Hire contractors & subtrades
Find verified contractors with experience on similar projects. Compare track records and request quotes.
Complete
Inspections & close-out
Track inspection milestones. Earn $20 cashback per trade that completes through PermitBC.
Guides & Resources
Everything you need to know before starting your project.
Permits are being issued
right now.
Homeowners: find proven trades. Trades: find work before your competition does.