Moving an Office in Burnaby? Check this out.

Moving an Office in Burnaby? Watch These Building Rules First

Burnaby office moves have their own “fun” obstacles: elevator bookings, strata rules, tight parkades, and loading zones that don’t give you much time. If you want a smooth move, you need to plan around the building — not just the boxes. Here’s what to confirm before moving day.

A lot of office moves in Burnaby don’t get delayed because of “moving.” They get delayed because of building rules.

If you confirm these details early, your move stays controlled and on schedule.

1) Elevator bookings (and time windows)

Many office buildings require:

• Booking the elevator in advance

• Specific move hours (sometimes a short slot)

• Protective pads for elevator walls

• A refundable damage deposit

If you miss your slot, the whole move slows down — and you’re paying for waiting time.

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2) Loading zones (or no loading zone)

Some buildings have a proper loading bay. Some don’t. If the truck can’t park close, you get a “long carry” situation, and that adds time fast.

Confirm:

• Where the truck can legally park
• If you need cones/reserved space
• If there are height restrictions (parkades)

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3) Parkade + truck access restrictions

Burnaby has lots of buildings with tight underground access:

Low clearance

Sharp turns

Limited staging space

If a full-size moving truck can’t fit, you need a plan (and the right vehicle setup).

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4) Protecting hallways and common areas

Buildings often require floor runners, corner guards, and careful routes through lobbies/hallways. It’s not just about “damage” — it’s about getting approval to move in the first place.

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5) Strata / property manager requirements

Some buildings require:

Proof of insurance

A COI (certificate of insurance) listing the building as additionally insured

Signed move forms

Separate booking for move-in vs. move-out

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6) The easiest way to avoid problems

Do a quick pre-move walkthrough (even 10 minutes helps) and confirm:

• Best entry point
• Elevator location
• Staging area
• Truck parking plan
• What needs protection

That one step can save hours on moving day.