Considering a renovation? Have questions about home improvement projects? Drop in to a free community information session near you and talk to one of our City experts for tips that can help save you time and money.
Whether you’re looking to build a deck, thinking about a basement renovation or secondary suite, we’ll have City inspectors (building, electrical, and plumbing) and bylaw experts on hand to give you advice about what you’ll need to get started, including:
- Determining the specific requirements for your property
- Talking through your project, and what would be required to make it safe
- Answering your questions about electrical, plumbing and building code requirements, including how to prepare for the different types of inspections
- Providing tips on what to look for when hiring a contractor, and what to include in contracts.
If you have plans drawn up, bring them with you and we can answer any specific questions you may have. We can also help you apply for a permit, on the spot, saving you a trip downtown.
We’re here to help make sure your home improvement is safe for you and your family to enjoy. Invest the time to do it right, for you. Visit calgary.ca/pdevents to find an information session near you.