Zero Carbon Step Code Update
EL-1 effective March 10, 2025 Revision 5, related to the Zero Carbon Step Code, has been published. Effective March 10, 2025, new buildings must meet at least EL-1 of the
EL-1 effective March 10, 2025 Revision 5, related to the Zero Carbon Step Code, has been published. Effective March 10, 2025, new buildings must meet at least EL-1 of the
The Building Officials’ Association of BC is collaborating with the Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association to offer three professional development sessions focused on what building and plumbing officials should know about
In accordance with the Association’s Administrative Agreement with the Province, all qualified officials must complete code update training to maintain their qualifications. This training must be completed before April 15, 2025.
The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) has developed a set of twelve informational videos on the significant changes that were introduced into the 2020 National Model Codes. BC
The Province has updated the Ministerial Order adopting the 2024 edition of the British Columbia Building Code. A news release announcing the amendment is available on BC Gov News. The
Standardized Housing Designs The Province has commissioned standardized, customizable residential designs and a companion catalogue for people building small-scale, multi-unit housing on lots previously zoned for single-family homes and duplexes.
Revision 3 to the BC Building Code came into force on August 27, 2024. The code revision enables permissions for the design and construction of new residential multi-family single exit
In response to requests from members, the Association has added additional standards to the CSA subscription service that is complimentary for members. The following standards have been added: CSA B214
Modular construction is rapidly gaining recognition across Canada as a faster and more efficient way to build. It is a construction project delivery process that involves the planning, design, plant
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