Do I Need a Building Permit?
Some projects require a building permit before work begins, while others normally do not. Here is a quick overview of common projects. A Building Permit is Usually Required for: New houses Additions, including sunrooms, enclosed decks, etc. Decks Attached garages or carports Detached accessory buildings, including garages, sheds, gazebos, etc. Temporary structures larger than 900 sq. ft. Basement development Foundation repairs Demolitions Plumbing work, including sump pumps, pits, and b/w valves Electrical work, including air conditioners Wood stoves and fireplaces Swimming pools, hot tubs, and fish ponds, etc. Wheelchair ramps Home-based businesses Projects that Normally do [...]
How far away do I need to be from the roadway, side or back yard, or river with a building?
Determining how far a building must be from a roadway, property line, or river involves consulting both the specific Bulk Requirement Tables and the General Provisions found in the RM of Reynolds Zoning Bylaw (2014). Identify Your Zoning District Before looking at a table, you must know your “Zone” (e.g., GD, RSR, RM1). You can find this by looking at the Zoning Maps at the end of the Bylaw or by contacting the RM office. Consult the "Use and Bulk Requirement" Tables The Bylaw uses specific tables to list the minimum “yards” (setbacks). A “Yard” is the [...]
How do I obtain a permit to install a septic field/system?
To obtain a permit to install a septic field or system in the RM of Reynolds, you must coordinate between the provincial environmental authority and the municipal building office. Provincial Registration (The Primary Permit) The municipality does not issue the permit for the septic system itself. You must apply to the province to ensure the system meets environmental and health standards.Authority: Manitoba Environment and Climate Change.Required Action: You must submit an “Application to Register an Onsite Wastewater Management System” before any work begins.Contact: Justin PaillePh: 204-392-4020Email: justin.paille@gov.mb.caDocumentation: You will typically need to provide a site plan showing distances from your well and [...]
What are drawings to scale?
When you submit a Building/Development Permit application, the Municipality requires your site plans and construction drawings to be "to scale". In simple terms, a scaled drawing is a mathematically accurate miniature of your project. It ensures that the proportions on your paper match the real-world dimensions of your land and buildings exactly. Common Scales You don’t need professional drafting software to create a scaled drawing, but you must use a consistent ratio and a ruler. Here are the two most common methods: For Site Plans (The Big Picture): 1 inch = 20 feet: This [...]
How do I apply for a new driveway?
To apply for a new driveway in the Rural Municipality of Reynolds, you must follow the procedures outlined in Policy No. 03 (Driveway & Culvert Policy) and ensure the design meets the standards set in the Zoning Bylaw. Driveway & Culvert Policy - Policy No. 03 The Application Process According to Policy No. 03, you cannot excavate or construct a private approach without prior authorization. Step 1: Obtain the Application Form: Use the "Culvert/Approach Application" (found as Schedule A in the above Policy No. 03 document). Step 2: Provide Property Details: You must provide the [...]
