Detached/Single-Family Dwelling Is a (home, house, or dwelling) is a building that does not share wall with other houses. The building is usually occupied by just one household or family, and consists of just one dwelling unit or suite. In some jurisdictions allowances are made for basement suites or mother-in-law suites without changing the description from “single family”. It does exclude, however, any short-term accommodation (hotel, motels, inns), large-scale rental accommodation (rooming or boarding houses, apartments).

 Below are the requirements for Detached/Single-Family Dwelling:

---

General Requirements

These requirements encompass the essential permits and documentation necessary for constructing a Detached/Single-Family Dwelling,. Adhering to these requirements ensures compliance with safety standards and facilitates a smooth review process, ultimately protecting the integrity of the construction project. They apply uniformly across all Detached/Single-Family Dwellings, focusing on necessary approvals regardless of the specific location or zoning district.

Permits Required:

• Building Permit/Development Permit
• Plumbing Permit
• Drainage Permit
• Demolition Permit (if there is an existing structure),)
• Approach Permit
• Street Cut Permit (if applicable)
• Water and Wastewater Connection Permit
• Electrical Permit (this is not a city permit, you must go to Manitoba Hydro)

Locates: Must be completed before starting your project.

Drawings Required

• Site Plan
• Construction Drawings
  • Floor Plan (label windows and bathrooms, even for unfinished basements)
  • Cross Sections
  • Window Schedule
  • Foundation Plans
  • Engineered Drawings (if applicable)
  • Plumbing Schematics
• Red Seal ticket for Plumber
• Engineered Drainage Plan
• Status of Title (Issued by Winnipeg Land Titles Office, no later than 30 days before application)

---

Zoning Requirements

These requirements establish the minimum standards for Detached/Single-Family Dwellings based on the property’s zoning classification, dictating parameters such as yard setbacks, building height, lot coverage, and unit area. These regulations are crucial for ensuring that residential developments are compatible with surrounding land uses and align with the City of Selkirk’s land use planning goals. Unlike general requirements, zoning requirements vary by zoning district, influencing the design and potential use of the Detached/Single-Family Dwelling according to its classification.

Minimum Standards Required

*see definition of height in the Zoning By-Law
**Unit Area is considered a minimum building area (footprint) on an individual lot

All Zone will have the Building Separation for 8 Feet and Eaves (Side/Rear Yard) to 1 foot from property line.

---

Related Links

---