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When moving into a commercial space, making alterations, or changing its use, you need a building permit and may need trade permits depending on the project.

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Building permit required for moving into a commercial space, making alterations, or changing how you use the space (Changing a commercial space > Prepare > Create detailed plans ↗)
Trade permits may also be required depending on your specific project (Changing a commercial space > Prepare > Create detailed plans ↗)
Navigation menu available to find information about each step of the process (Changing a commercial space > Prepare > Create detailed plans ↗)
Custom project guide available at /ppd/commercial-permitting/changing-commercial-space/project-guide (Changing a commercial space > Prepare > Create detailed plans ↗)

Entities: permit_type: Building permit · Trade permits | location_type: Commercial space

Changing a commercial space > Prepare > Create detailed plans

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Are you moving into a commercial space, making alterations, or just changing how you'll use it? You'll need a building permit. Depending on your project, you may also need trade permits. Use the navigation menu to find out more about each step.

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