Request Property Information

Planning a building or renovation project starts with understanding your property.

The City of Trail can provide key information to help you determine what is permitted on your property, what approvals may be required, and how to move forward with an application.

What We Can Provide

Staff can assist with:

  • Zoning and permitted land uses
  • Official Community Plan (OCP) designation
  • Development Permit Area requirements
  • Available servicing information
  • Building permit history and inspection records
  • Applicable bylaws and site constraints

Some information, such as title, easements, or ownership, must be obtained through external agencies such as Land Title and Survey Authority or BC Assessment

Understanding these requirements early helps avoid delays and ensures your project meets City and provincial regulations. We encourage a pre-application meeting for each application so that you can understand the process and requirements.

When to Request Property Information

You can request property information for any reason, but this can specifically assist if you are:

  • Buying or selling a property
  • Planning a new building, addition, or renovation
  • Considering a change of use
  • Hiring a designer, contractor, or consultant for site work
  • Preparing a development or building permit application

How to Request Property Information

Submit a Property Information Request by:

Please include:

  • Property address or legal description
  • Description of proposed project
  • Specific questions or information requested