Permits & Licenses
Be sure you have the right permits and licenses in place for new builds, animals and businesses.
Development Permits
All proposed construction, repair, demolition, or removal of buildings and structures within Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) First Nation lands needs a permit. We’ll help you handle all the requirements and application processes to ensure your next build is successful.
How to Start the development application process
First step, complete Form A and submit to the lands office for review. Upon approval of Form A then you can download Form B to start the development Permit Application.
Building Permits
All proposed construction, repair, demolition, or removal of buildings and structures within Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) First Nation lands needs a permit. We’ll help you handle all the requirements and application processes to ensure your next build is successful.
How to apply for a permit
Download and complete the permit application form here:
Please submit your building permit application to the Lands Department. If approved, Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) will issue an invoice. After we receive your payment, The Lands Office will send you a hard copy of your permit, which must be visible on-site during construction.
Fees
The amount of the permit fee will be determined in accordance with our TZFN Fees Schedule.
British Columbia Building Code
All projects on TZFN will be required to build by the British Columbia Building Code
Animal Control and Dog Licensing
Dog control matters fall under the Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) Animal Control Law, which includes dog licensing, control of dogs, impounding of dogs, right of entry, dogs causing injury or damage, stray dogs, violation reports, fees and forms, and offenses.
To make a dog-related complaint, call FN Community Watch # 604-701-1692
Dog Licensing
Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) First Nation residents must license dogs directly through the Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten), not the FVRD (Fraser Valley Regional District). Dogs over six months must be licensed. You can purchase a license at the Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) First Nation administration building. Please be advised it is your responsibility to license your dog.
Dog License Fees & Application Form
Download and complete the dog license application form below:
Payment deadline
Licenses expire on December 31 and must be renewed annually by January 31.
How to purchase a license for the First Time
Pay in person at:
Renewals
Can be paid via e-transfer to etransfer@tzeachten.ca
Business Licenses
Anyone who owns a business or provides services on Ch’íyáqtel (Tzeachten) First Nation lands must obtain a license before operating.
Application Form
A completed Business License Application Form must be submitted for approval to the TZFN.
Other approvals
For questions concerning other approvals, please contact:
City of Chilliwack Fire Department 604-792-8713
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