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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

High Density Housing / Commercial - Addition / Alteration - Exterior and interior alterations to provide tenant improvements for an existing tenant at this existing Restaurant Class 1 building on this site. Scope of work includes renovate kitchen and replacement of rooftop mechanical units. Notes: 1. Commercial kitchen exhaust system to NFPA 96 (Type 1 hood). 2. Schedules submitted: A/B (Arch), B(Elect), B(Mech & Plbg), B (FS-Wet Chem) 3. Part 11 'minor renovation' upgrades apply of F1, S2, N1, A2 This permit issued pursuant to VBBL #14343 (2025)

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-27

Low Density Housing - New Building - To construct a 2 storey two-family dwelling ($1,005,956.20) with a detached accessory building (garage) providing 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the 20’ lane. Note: The entire building to be sprinklered to 2 x NFPA 13D Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1. Mechanical unit proposed (located in roof deck) 2. Schedule B: Md. Shahidul Alam, P.Eng (604-653-7475) Geotechnical & Structural 3. HPO: Residential Builder- Vanquish Homes Ltd. #39344 Address Information: West Unit\t\t\t\t\t #1-2007 E 2nd Av - One Dwelling Unit (west side basement, 1st-2nd floors, and deck)\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t East Unit\t\t\t\t\t #2-2007 E 2nd Av - One Dwelling Unit (east side basement, 1st-2nd floors, and deck) Address number assigned as per approved plans for Fire and Emergency response. The address number is to be posted to the building and to be visible from the street in accordance with the Building By-law prior to final inspection. ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-27

Low Density Housing - New Building - To construct a 2 storey Laneway House ($430,000) with an attached carport and 1 open parking pad, providing a total of 2 parking spaces, having vehicular access from the 20' lane. Note: The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED CARPORT, to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D Note: This is a 2 storey building pursuant to the Zoning & Development By-law. 1.\tCovenant not required with existing house 2.\tNo Strata Titling permitted 3.\tMechanical unit proposed – Exterior component located in the west side yard (near the open parking), Interior component located in the second floor closet 4.\tSchedule B: (T. Yang) P.Eng (604-729-0585) Structural & Geotechnical 5.\tHPO: Residential Builder – E-Loyal Construction Ltd. Address Information: Building 2 #3 - 1988 W 44th Av– Laneway House (1st & 2nd level) *NOTE - As the result of the addition of the Laneway house, a suite number must be assigned to the Main/Principal dwelling and the addressing will be as follows: #1-1988 W 44th Av – Principle Dwelling #3-1988 W 44th Av – Laneway House Address and suite numbers assigned as per approved plans for Fire and Emergency response. The address numbers are to be posted on the building to be visible from the street and the suite numbers are to be posted at the suite entries in accordance with the Building By-law prior to final inspection. NOTE: Information regarding the principal building on the survey and site plan is for reference only. Any discrepancy between information regarding the principal building on the survey and/or site plan and approved permit drawings for the principal building are neither approved nor authorized under this laneway house permit. Note: Bldg 1 (principal bldg) addressed #1-1988 W 44th Av retained on site. ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

Low Density Housing - Addition / Alteration - Exterior and interior alterations to renovate the existing stable, add a storage loft and provide outdoor manure storage for the existing single detached house on this inside no lane site. Exterior alterations approved as per P. Sheikhakbari, July 20, 2026 Okay to issue as a field review per E. Zlienty, May 27, 2026. SCHEDULE B STRUCTURAL: EMMANUEL D GINDO - KNH ENGINEERING 778-571-1299

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Issued · Demolition · issued 2026-07-27

Low Density Housing - Demolition / Deconstruction - Demolition – Conventional (Standard) To demolish to grade this existing Single Detached House (1958) on this site – declared non rental • This demolition permit also permits abatement work to be completed to WorkSafe standards. Demolition Contractor: URBAN EXCAVATOR SERVICES LTD QP: Coast BC Hazmat Inspections Inc (Baraa Habash) ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

High Density Housing / Commercial - Addition / Alteration - Exterior alterations to install 1 security gate on Cordova street and 1 security gate on Main Street at this existing Municipally designated heritage building on this site. ******THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN REVIEWED & ISSUED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF VBBL 2025 AND AMENDMENT EFFECTIVE November 5, 2025 ******** Building Review Branch Note: -\tExterior work only, no upgrade required -\tSchedule B – Architectural submitted. - Electrical permit required for exit signage removal. -\tProvide a permanent signage letters height no less than 50mm high “This is not an Exit” at a prominent location inside the building and clearly indicate direction to exit. -\tThe fire department lockbox shall be installed at the approved location and maintained in accordance with VFRS requirements & all keys contained within the fire department lockbox shall be permanently and clearly labelled to identify the corresponding gate(s) or door(s) they operate. -\tThe key(s) contained within the fire department lockbox shall provide fire crews with access through all security gates and doors identified on the approved drawings. -\tAny alteration to the security gate configuration, locking hardware, lockbox location, keying arrangement, or firefighter access sequence that may affect firefighter access shall be submitted to Vancouver Fire Rescue Services for further review to confirm that firefighter access continues to be maintained in accordance with the approved design.

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - 16th and 17th floors Interior alterations to provide improvments to this existing office tenant space on the entire 16th and 17th floors of this existing commercial building on this site. Scope of Work; 16th floor-remove wall+ infill door in Open Work Area 1658. 17th floor- renovate wall between reception and meeting room. Repair ceilings+ floors as necessary. Letters if Assurance submitted; Schedule A and Architectural Schedule B by Ken G Wong AIBC, Architect. Ph#604-899-4549. Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit (BP) application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trades permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing).

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - Unit #103 Interior alterations to change the use from Storage Warehouse with ancillary office to Wholesale Class A with ancillary office and provide first tenant improvements for a new tenant in this existing commercial building on this site. OK for field review by Jamie Z. on July 6, 2026 NOTE: (1) Contractor to have a valid Vancouver Business License or Intermunicipal Business License (2) No shelving permitted over 6', as stated in the plans.

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

High Density Housing / Commercial - Addition / Alteration - Interior alterations for voluntary upgrade to install an accessible stair lift at the north stair serving the ground floor of this existing elementary School on this site. Notes: 1. Schedules Submitted: A/B (Arch), B(Struct), B(Elect) This permit issued pursuant to VBBL #14343 (2025)

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements to this retail space on the ground floor of this existing commercial building on this site. Ok for Field Review per J. Zhang, Jun 23rd, 2026 Scope of work - Tenant improvement to add interior partition walls, finishes, modify floor & walls, electrical & plumbing work. Schedule B Architectural - James Banks - 416-578-9610, jamie@banksarchitect.ca

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-27

High Density Housing / Commercial - Addition / Alteration - Interior alterations to provide first tenant improvements to this Retail space for a new Retail Limited Food Service tenant on the ground floor of this existing mixed-use building on this site. Building Review Branch Notes: 1)\tTotal proposed Occupant load is 10 staffs = 10 Persons. 2)\tTotal allow maximum occupant load = 16 Seats + staffs. 3)\tA permanent sign indicating the above proposed occupant load shall be posted in a conspicuous location near the suite's principal entrance. 4)\tSchedule A: (Matthew Cheng) AIBC (604.731.3012) 5)\tSchedule B: (Matthew Cheng) AIBC (604.731.3012)Architectural 6)\tSchedule B: (Xiangyang Tan) P.Eng (778.706.5858) Mechanical and Plumbing 7)\tSeparate permit will be required for any changes to the interior seating. 8)\tClass 2 cooking proposed. 9)\tThis permit is issued under the VBBL 2025 #14343 10)\tSeparate permit is required for outdoor patio seating. 11) The general contractor must have a valid business license with the City of Vancouver or IMBL. Vancouver Coastal Health note: - Operator must retain a copy of the plans and memo for their records as they may be required to produce the documentation and plans upon request. - Operator should read the memo as there is documentation noted on the memo that may be required prior to obtaining health approval to operate. -\tWhen the construction is complete, the operator can contact Vancouver Coastal Health to arrange and opening inspection. - The District Environmental Health Officer for this location will be Jackie Chiu who is copied on this email thread. Jackie can be reached by phone or email (604-675-3822 or jackie.chiu@vch.ca). However, districts are subject to change and/or for coverage reasons, the operator can also contact VCH via the EHVC@vch.ca inbox or the main phone line (604-675-3800), and they will be directed to the appropriate EHO.

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - Addition / Alteration - Rear addition to the main and basement floor at the rear of this existing single detached house on this inside with lane site. Structural schedule B provided by Thomas van Wemeskerken

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Issued · Demolition · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - Demolition / Deconstruction - To demolish the existing single detached house (1980) on this site ($40,000) - declared non rental. • This demolition permit also permits abatement work to be completed to WorkSafe standards. • Demo to grade only. No soil disturbance or excavation of soil other than that which is incidental to the demolition is permitted under this permit. • Hazardous Building Materials Report Form signed by the QP, WorkSafeBC compliant Hazardous Materials Inspection Report, and WorkSafeBC compliant Post-Abatement Inspection Report must be submitted prior to calling for the Notice of Demolition Demo Contractor: Jas Dhami - Kingsman Excavating Ltd QP: MCA Environmental Consulting (Tarlochan (Terry) Sunar)

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Issued · Demolition · issued 2026-07-24

Enquiry Centre - Demolition / Deconstruction - To demolish the existing 1 family dwelling fire damaged, to grade (1926). ***It has been deemed dangerous and unfit for occupancy*** This demolition was reviewed under VBBL 2025. Refer Case File CF-2025-012172 Demolition Contractor: J & R Excavation & Demolition LTD. Tyler Matthew tyler@jrexcavation.com QP: Epoch Environmental Consulting Ltd - Adrian Lee, Email: info@uescanada.ca Geo Tech: Entech Environmental Consultants - Ward Phillips, P. Eng

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-24

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - 1227 E 22ND AV To remove and replace damaged front porch structural components with new porch floor, wall, stairs, handrails guards and footing at this existing single family home on this site. Schedule B Structural: Carlos Chiu - Chiu Hippmann Engineering Inc 604-737-9830

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-24

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - Interior alterations to change the use from Retail to Health Care Office and provide tenant improvements to this unit on the ground floor of this existing mixed-use building. Ok for Field Review as per Jamie Z, July 2, 2026 Schedule A and B Arch provided by George Miu, Architect, 604-631-6400, george.miu@kasian.com Schedule B Elect provided by Kevin Pearson, Engineer, 604-687-1800, kevin.pearson@introba.com Schedule B Mech and Plumb provided by Kai Chen, Engineer, 604-687-1800, kai.chen@introba.com

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-24

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - Interior alterations to install a shaft wall for electrical ductwork in the lobby on the ground floor of this existing commercial building on this site. Ok for Field Review as per Jamie Z, June 24, 2026 Schedule A and B Arch provided by Danny Wong, Architect, 604-773-2068, dwong@architelier.com Schedule B Elect provided by Roger Dupuis, Engineer, 604-569-6500, roger.dupuis@aesengr.com

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-24

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - #200-700 W Georgia Street Interior alterations to provide tenant improvements to this existing Office (Group D) for the existing full floor tenant at #200 - 700 W Georgia Street, on the 2nd floor in this existing commercial building on this site. Okay for FR as per I.Celic June 13, 2026 Schedule A provided by Warren Schmidt | B+H Architects Inc. | 604-367-5163 Schedule B (Architectural) provided by Warren Schmidt | B+H Architects Inc. | 604-367-5163 Schedule B (Electrical) provided by Ian Grannary | Smith and Andersen Consulting Engineering | 778-313-0505 Schedule B (Mechanical/Plumbing) provided by Christopher Liu | Smith and Andersen (Vancouver) | 604-294-8414 Note: Energy checklist is currently no longer required with your Building Permit application. Some supporting documents are still required at BP stage, specifically Envelope and HVAC, if applicable. Service Water Heating and Lighting supporting documents, if applicable, must be submitted with your related trade’s permits (e.g. electrical and plumbing)."

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Issued · Addition Alteration · issued 2026-07-24

Field Review - Addition / Alteration - 4650 Gladstone St Interior alterations to the ceiling area of this existing Restaurant Class 1 on the ground floor of this existing mixed-use building on this site. Ok for Field review per Jamie Z., Mar 3, 2026. Schedule B - MECH - Alex Z.Q. Li - 778-323-1368 DBI to determine if Structural engineer is required for proposed additional weight on ceiling.

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - New Building - Building 4 - BP-2026-00304: To construct a Multiple Dwelling 'Multiplex' with three-storey one dwelling unit with an attached 2-car carport for Building 4 Refer to Site Permit: BP-2026-00301 The entire building, INCLUDING THE ATTACHED CARPORT, to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 3 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1.\tHRV proposed – Located in main floor bedroom closet 2.\tHeat Pump proposed – Exterior component located in southeast side yard, Interior component located in main floor mech room 3.\tSchedule B: Dr. T.A.A. El-Amoury, P.Eng., Struc.Eng., (604.336.5080) Structural & Arch 1.5 Glass Guards 4.\tSchedule B: A. Gannochka, P.Eng. (604.500.8851) Geotechnical 5.\tHPO: Residential Builder- Fernandes Homes Ltd. Address Information: Building 4 8638 Angus Drive - One Dwelling Unit (1st-3rd level) All work is to conform to the archaeological monitoring program identified by Archer Cultural Resource Management Corp in the “Archaeological Impact Assessment Interim Report 2024-0191-14690” under Heritage Conservation Act Permit Inspection Permit 2024-0191, Alteration Permit 2024-0375, MIB-2024-069-AIA, SHIP #2024-053, TWN-24056-24067. ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - New Building - Building 3 - BP-2026-00303: To construct a Multiple Dwelling 'Multiplex' with three-storey one dwelling unit for Building 3 Refer to Site Permit: BP-2026-00301 The entire building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 3 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1.\tHRV proposed – Located in third storey WIC 2.\tHeat Pump proposed – Exterior component located in northwest side, Interior component located in main floor mech room 3.\tSchedule B: Dr. T.A.A. El-Amoury, P.Eng., Struc.Eng., (604.336.5080) Structural & Arch 1.5 Glass Guards 4.\tSchedule B: A. Gannochka, P.Eng. (604.500.8851) Geotechnical 5.\tHPO: Residential Builder- Fernandes Homes Ltd. Address Information: Building 3 8628 Angus Drive - One Dwelling Unit (1st-3rd level) All work is to conform to the archaeological monitoring program identified by Archer Cultural Resource Management Corp in the “Archaeological Impact Assessment Interim Report 2024-0191-14690” under Heritage Conservation Act Permit Inspection Permit 2024-0191, Alteration Permit 2024-0375, MIB-2024-069-AIA, SHIP #2024-053, TWN-24056-24067. ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - New Building - Building 2 - BP-2026-00302: To construct a Multiple Dwelling 'Multiplex' with three-storey two dwelling units for Building 2 Refer to Site Permit: BP-2026-00301 The entire building to be sprinklered to 2 x NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 3 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1.\tHRV proposed – Located in third storey WIC 2.\tHeat Pump proposed – Exterior component located in building both sides, Interior component located in main floor mech room 3.\tSchedule B: Dr. T.A.A. El-Amoury, P.Eng., Struc.Eng., (604.336.5080) Structural & Arch 1.5 Glass Guards 4.\tSchedule B: A. Gannochka, P.Eng. (604.500.8851) Geotechnical 5.\tHPO: Residential Builder- Fernandes Homes Ltd. Address Information: Building 2 (West) (Closest to Angus Dr) #1 – 1768 SW Marine Drive – One Dwelling Unit (east side 1st-3rd level) #2 – 1768 SW Marine Drive – One Dwelling Unit (west side 1st-3rd level) All work is to conform to the archaeological monitoring program identified by Archer Cultural Resource Management Corp in the “Archaeological Impact Assessment Interim Report 2024-0191-14690” under Heritage Conservation Act Permit Inspection Permit 2024-0191, Alteration Permit 2024-0375, MIB-2024-069-AIA, SHIP #2024-053, TWN-24056-24067. ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - New Building - To construct a Multiple Dwelling 'Multiplex' with three-storey two dwelling unit for Bldg 1, three-storey two dwelling unit for Bldg 2, three-storey one dwelling unit for Bldg 3, three-storey one dwelling unit with an attached 2-car carport for Bldg 4, and 10 surface parking, for a total of 4 buildings, 6 units and 12 parking spaces, having vehicular access from Angus Drive. Bldg 1 - BP-2026-00301 (Site Permit and Bldg 1 permit) - Two dwelling units - Southeast Bldg 2 - BP-2026-00302 - Two dwelling units - Northeast Bldg 3 - BP-2026-00303 - One dwelling unit - Northwest Bldg 4 - BP-2026-00304 - One dwelling unit - Southwest This permit is for site project work and construction of Bldg 1. The entire building to be sprinklered to 2 x NFPA 13D. Note: This is a 3 storey building pursuant to the Zoning and Development By-Law 1.\tHRV proposed – Unit #1 located in third storey WIC, Unit #2 located in third storey storage 2.\tHeat Pump proposed – Exterior component located in building both sides, Interior component located in main floor mech room 3.\tSchedule B: Dr. T.A.A. El-Amoury, P.Eng., Struc.Eng., (604.336.5080) Structural & Arch 1.5 Glass Guards 4.\tSchedule B: A. Gannochka, P.Eng. (604.500.8851) Geotechnical 5.\tHPO: Residential Builder- Fernandes Homes Ltd. Address Information: Building 1 (East) (Closest to the Park) #1 – 1748 SW Marine Drive - One Dwelling Unit (east side 1st-3rd level) #2 – 1748 SW Marine Drive - One Dwelling Unit (west side 1st-3rd level) All work is to conform to the archaeological monitoring program identified by Archer Cultural Resource Management Corp in the “Archaeological Impact Assessment Interim Report 2024-0191-14690” under Heritage Conservation Act Permit Inspection Permit 2024-0191, Alteration Permit 2024-0375, MIB-2024-069-AIA, SHIP #2024-053, TWN-24056-24067. ***This permit is issued under the 2025 Vancouver Building By-law #14343 effective September 15, 2025.***

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Issued · Demolition · issued 2026-07-24

Low Density Housing - Demolition / Deconstruction - To demolish the existing one family dwelling building ($40,000) on this site by means of deconstruction. Pre-1950 Green Demolition Conditions Apply : 75% Recycling Rate of Building Materials Required This permit is subject to the Green Demolition Bylaw (11023) Note: Demo Declaration by Deconstruction – Budget Excavating & Trucking Ltd This demolition permit also permits abatement work to be completed to WorkSafe standards. ***This permit is issued under the VBBL 2019, with updated energy requirements as per bylaw # 12997 effective Jan 01, 2022.***

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Issued · New Building · issued 2026-07-24

High Density Housing / Commercial - New Building - To construct a 3-storey multiple dwelling "multiplex" containing a total of 3 dwelling units with a detached accessory building at the rear providing 4 parking spaces having vehicular access from the lane. NOTES 1. This permit has been reviewed under the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law (#12511) with amendments effective on March 1, 2025. 2. Building to be sprinklered to NFPA 13D.