What is a Certificate of Compliance?
A Certificate of Compliance is a confirmation from The City of Calgary, that the location of the building(s) on the site comply with the requirements of the Land Use Bylaw.
It does not regulate or enforce any building code requirements. A Certificate of Compliance is usually required by lending agencies and/or lawyers in the sale of property and/or mortgage approval in order to protect their clients' investments.
Standard real estate purchase contracts often require the vendor to obtain a Compliance Certificate.
A Certificate of Compliance is not a legislative requirement but rather a service provided by The City of Calgary. The City does not require you to get a Compliance Certificate.
