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New Part 3 and Part 9 Compliance Checklists

The beta testing period for the checklists is over and the edits have been finalized. The updated materials are available on the Energy Step Code website as listed below: Part

Guide for meeting Accessible BC Act Requirements

In June 2021, the provincial government passed the Accessible BC Act in an effort increase accessibility in BC and remove barriers for persons with disabilities. Local governments are among over 750 public

BC Building Code Amendments Update Revision 5

The BC Building Code revisions effective May 1, 2023, have now been consolidated within the online content. To view the consolidated content online go to: www.bcpublications.ca. Where can I view

Zero Carbon Step Code Updates

Introducing the Zero Carbon Step Code PowerPoint Deck During the last Energy Step Code Council meeting on Mon Feb 13th, 2023, the Province revealed a first communications primer on the new

2023 Payment Service Fees Notice

Starting April 1, 2023, BOABC members will begin to pay service fees on any transaction involving credit cards and other online payments. For more information, please read the 2023 Payment

BC Building Code Changes Coming May 1, 2023

These building code changes enable 20% better energy efficiency and provide an opt-in Zero Carbon Step Code (formerly known as the Carbon Pollution Standard), and were signed by the Minister