The City of Flin Flon - Property Information

Real Estate and Property Ownership

Flin Flon is a great place to own property. The city is a beautiful community with a great future, and has a wide selection of building opportunities and a number of different properties for sale. We have a number of prime business locations available for commercial development; these include non- or fully serviced and ready "uptown" lots and existing commercial space for rent. Flin Flon is an excellent place to locate an industry or business, with a number of lots zoned for industrial purposes.

If residential property is what you are looking for, Flin Flon has plenty of lots available for residential development, as well as existing homes for sale. These range from cabins at surrounding lakes to homes in quiet neighbourhoods. As well, we have a number of great revenue generating properties. For more information on what Flin Flon has to offer, contact one of our real estate agencies.

City of Flin Flon Building Permits

For existing property owners, it is important to know what you need a building permit for. Here are some commonly asked questions on building permits.

What is a building permit?
A building permit is a document which grants legal permission to begin construction of a building project, and is issued by the building department.

Why is a Building Permit Required?
A building permit is required in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. It does so by providing the means for the City of Flin Flon to review the project design and to inspect the construction for minimum standards as required by the Manitoba Building Code and the City of Flin Flon Building By-Law.

What Construction Projects require Building Permits?
A Building Permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, renovations, relocations, and repairs or rehabilitation of a building or structure, while some minor repairs do not require one. Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Permits may also be required. It should be noted that a zoning development permit is required for any change in site development or land use.

Examples of other Projects which require a Building Permit:

Finished previously unfinished spaces such as Rec Rooms, Family Rooms, Attics, etc.
Repair and underpinning of foundations
Installation of solid fuel burning appliances such a Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
Installation of pools (including any device capable of holding 600 mm or 24 in. of water
Construction of decks in excess of 200 mm or 8 in. above the ground
Installation of Satellite Dishes
Construction of temporary buildings
Construction of accessory buildings (Storage Sheds, etc) exceeding 6 sq. metres or 65 sq. feet
Construction of attached and detached Garages and Carports

Examples of Projects which normally do not require a Building Permit:

Replacement of Stucco, Siding, or shingles with the same material
Replacement of doors when the opening is not altered
Construction of Fences ( An Application for a Fence must be Completed and Approved)
Patching, Painting, and Decorating
Installation of Cabinets and Shelves

What if I Fail to take out a permit?

If the work does not comply with Code requirements, costly repairs may be required
Work that cannot be made to comply will require removal
The cost of the permit may be doubled
Legal Action may be initiated to ensure Compliance

Where can I obtain a Building Permit or get More Information?
To receive a permit contact the City of Flin Flon between 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday at 20 First Avenue, Phone (204) 681-7501, or Fax (204) 681-7530