A building permit is required to construct a tent or temporary structure if any of these three items apply:

  • An individual or group of temporary structures are greater than 58m2 (625 ft2). Structures spaced more than 3m apart can be considered separate buildings,
  • The structure is used longer than the duration of an event or is used for a season, or
  • The structure is enclosed and heated.

*A permit is also required for stages that are more than 600mm (2ft) above grade.

Regardless if a permit is required, all temporary structures over 10m2 must include:

  • Structural design and anchorage signed and sealed by a licensed design professional.
  • Structures cannot be less than 3 meters away from another structure or property line.
  • Tent or greenhouse coverings must conform to CAN/ULC-S109.
  • Combustible materials, such as hay, straw and shavings, cannot be located in or near the structure.
  • Portable extinguishers must be provided for the protection of occupants and the building structure.
  • Electrical systems and equipment, including electrical fuses and switches, must not be accessible to the public
  • Open-flame devices are not permitted.
  • Cooking that produces grease/oily vapours will not be allowed inside tents without an approved ventilation system.
    • 1m clearance surrounding cooking appliances shall be maintained for the movement of public and staff.
    • Cooking appliance must be placed on a stable based to limit the risk of tipping.

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To Apply

It is best to apply as early as possible.

  1. Complete the Tent & Temporary Structure Application Package and ensure your application contains all required information and documents. Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
  2. The application must be signed by the legal owner of the property as well as the applicant.
  3. Submit your application by email to permits@regina.ca. The City will review your application for compliance with the National Building Code and National Fire Code.

Once your permit is approved, you will be contacted to make credit card payment over the phone. Once your permit is paid, your permit will be emailed to the applicant/owner/contractor for a signature. A signed copy must be scanned and sent back to permits@regina.ca prior to construction.

Permit Fee

Temporary Building Permit

$138 /month

 

Permit Timeline

At least ten business days prior to the event date


Required Inspections

Final Inspection - After construction or set up complete

 

Construction cannot begin until the permit is issued. If work starts prior to receiving a building permit, you will be subject to a surcharge.

Other permit application(s) may be required and are separate from the building permit process.

  • City of Regina Parks: if the event is to occur on City of Regina property, application must be made with Central Scheduling to book the facility.
  • Temporary Street Use Permit: if the event will disrupt vehicular or pedestrian traffic, a Temporary Street Use Permit will be required to close the street or sidewalk.
  • Alcohol Application: for events serving alcohol on City of Regina property, a Special Occasion Application is required to obtain the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) permit. If the event is not on City of Regina property, the applicant/owner will be responsible to obtain the necessary permits.

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