Values for building permits in the city of North Battleford were down for the month of October.
The number of permits issued in October — eight — was the same as last year, but the total permit value amounted to $657,000 compared to $7,785,500.
Among the permits issued in the month were two new dwelling permits for $470,000. There was also one new garage permit of $20,000, three residential alteration permits for $155,000, one commercial alteration for $5,000 and one demolition/renovation permit for $20,000.
For the entire year through the end of October, 105 permits have been issued for $26,818,500, which compares to 95 permits for $47,968,800 a year earlier. Last year’s numbers set a record for commercial and industrial permits in the city.
The numbers for October were released to the City’s Planning Committee meeting of council Monday, Nov. 16.