Moncton, NB
Moncton says new construction, home additions, changes of use and renovations require building and development permits.
Official sources checked Sep. 24, 2026
Pick the project that matches your work. These are starting rules for Moncton; property-specific zoning, heritage and trade approvals can still apply.
Moncton requires a Building and Development Permit for an exterior deck/stairs when attached to the main building, used as access to a door, or intended for public congregation; detached accessory-style decks still require a development approval route.
Moncton requires a Development Permit before building, placing or modifying a residential accessory building of 55 m² or less; larger accessory buildings can require additional building approval.
Moncton states that construction and renovation projects require building/development permits. Minor finish work and larger basement alterations should be confirmed by scope.
Moncton publishes a dedicated checklist for creating a secondary suite and routes the work through its building/development permit process.
Moncton publishes a dedicated building/development permit checklist for additions and renovations to single-unit, two-unit and semi-detached dwellings.
Moncton requires permits for construction and renovation projects, but the permit need for minor interior work depends on the scope.
Structural residential alterations fall within Moncton’s construction/renovation building and development permit process.
Moncton requires a Development Permit before installing a swimming pool or swim spa able to contain more than 1 metre of water; the enclosure is included in that permit.
Moncton requires municipal approval for residential accessory buildings such as detached garages; the exact building-versus-development permit mix depends on size and scope.
Moncton explicitly requires a plumbing permit for all plumbing work. HVAC/mechanical requirements depend on the work, so the combined trade category remains conditional.
Moncton requires a Development Permit before installing an ordinary fence. Pool enclosures follow the City’s pool permit route.
Moncton’s current building/development permit page does not publish one residential retaining-wall threshold that applies to every property.
Moncton’s current fee and permit material includes both demolition permits and development permits for demolition of a building or structure.
Use the municipality’s permit office for current forms, fees, drawings and questions about your property.
Use the official permit page to confirm project requirements, forms, fees and the current application process.
Use these official links to confirm the current rule for your Moncton property.
Sources checked Sep. 24, 2026. Requirements can change; the municipality makes the final permit decision.
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