Edmonton Building Permits

Discover Edmonton’s construction landscape with this Building Permit Dataset. Track ongoing and past projects, including new developments, renovations, demolitions, and conversions. Whether you're an investor, researcher, or urban planner, this dataset provides key insights into city growth.

Each record includes essential details such as permit numbers, issuance dates, project locations (with geographic coordinates), contractor names, and work types. Users can explore trends in residential, commercial, and industrial developments across different neighborhoods.

Financial insights are also available, with estimated construction costs and, where applicable, the number of housing units in a project. These data points help analyze investment patterns and urban expansion.

With an interactive map search and data filtering, users can pinpoint high-growth areas, track construction density, and understand how Edmonton’s skyline is evolving. This dataset is an essential tool for builders, city planners, economists, and anyone interested in real estate development.

Statistics

The dataset includes a total of 222,023 building permits, providing a detailed overview of Edmonton’s construction and development activities. The most common permit types are Home Improvement (22.16%), Single, Semi-detached & Rowhousing (17.66%), and Other Miscellaneous Building (16.54%). These categories reflect the ongoing trends in residential upgrades and new housing projects.

Building Type Distribution

The majority of permits are associated with Single Detached Houses (60.57%), followed by Detached Garages (9.49%) and Semi-Detached Houses (8.21%). Commercial buildings such as Office Buildings (2.76%) and Retail Shops (2.70%) also represent a significant portion of the dataset, showcasing a mix of residential and commercial development.

Construction Trends

In terms of work types, new constructions dominate the dataset, with New Building Permits (24.20%) and Building - New (17.92%) accounting for a large share. Interior alterations (17.19%) and exterior modifications (2.77%) highlight the demand for renovations and property enhancements. Additionally, Demolition permits (4.37%) suggest ongoing redevelopment efforts.

Yearly Permit Trends

Recent years have seen steady construction activity, with 7.95% of permits issued in 2024 and 6.41% in 2023. Permitting activity has remained consistent over the past decade, with notable spikes in 2014 (7.19%) and 2015 (6.96%). This indicates sustained urban development and infrastructure growth.

Neighbourhood Hotspots

The top neighbourhoods for construction activity include Summerside (2.76%), Laurel (2.48%), and Chappelle (2.42%). Other high-growth areas such as Walker (2.37%) and Windermere (2.32%) reflect Edmonton’s expanding suburban developments.

Construction Value Distribution

Most permits fall within lower to mid-range construction values, with 46.81% of projects valued below $100K. A significant portion falls between $200K - $300K (12.99%) and $300K - $400K (9.33%), highlighting the affordability of many construction projects. High-value developments over $1M account for 2.05% of permits.

Notable Addresses

Several locations stand out due to high permit activity, including 8882 170 Street NW (876 permits), 5015 111 Street NW (267 permits), and 1 Kingsway Garden Mall NW (264 permits). These addresses indicate areas of concentrated commercial and mixed-use developments.

Overall, this dataset provides valuable insights into Edmonton’s construction landscape, highlighting trends in residential and commercial development, neighbourhood growth, and investment in infrastructure.

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Dataset

Explore Edmonton’s building permits and track construction activity across the city. This dataset includes permit details from 2009 onward, covering new builds, renovations, demolitions, and conversions. Find information on project locations, contractors, estimated costs, and work types. A valuable resource for developers, investors, and urban planners.

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