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Sep 12, 2024 · Information about the BC Building, Plumbing, and Fire Codes, other provincial building legislation and regulations, the Building Act and safety standards for technical systems and equipment.
- BC Codes
Access the codes. Download the 2024 BC Codes for free....
- Safety Standards
Technical Safety BC (external link) (formerly BC Safety...
- Building Act
The Building Act brings greater consistency to the technical...
- Energy Efficiency
The BC Energy Step Code is currently a voluntary provincial...
- BC Codes
Sep 12, 2024 · BC Codes 2024 are largely based on the National Codes 2020 with some BC-specific variations to reflect the province’s geography, climate, local government needs, industry practices, and provincial priorities. Book I (General) and Book II (Plumbing Systems) together form the BC Building Code 2024.
- About The BC Building Code
- About The BC Plumbing Code
- About The BC Fire Code
The BC Building Code, which includes the BC Plumbing Codes, regulates how new construction, building alterations, repairs and demolitions are done in BC. This code sets minimum requirements for safety, health, accessibility, fire and structural protection of buildings and energy and water efficiency.
The BC Plumbing Code is a part of the BC Building Code that provides minimum requirements for plumbing installations in buildings to protect health and safety. It is also known as Book II (Plumbing Systems).
The BC Fire Code is a provincial regulation on fire safety for existing buildings and facilities and includes requirements for when a building is under construction. The Office of the Fire Commissioner is the leader of fire safety awareness and prevention in BC and is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the BC Fire Code. The Offic...
Dec 10, 2018 · The BC Building Code 2018 references new building energy efficiency codes and standards. Some of the changes include: enhanced requirements for roofs, walls and fenestration; additional controls for lighting to reduce energy use; and new efficiency and rating requirements for some mechanical systems.
The Province of BC is now offering the BC Building, Plumbing and Fire Codes online at no charge. This aligns with the Federal Government of Canada's recently announced changes to the National Model Codes. Access BC Codes Online.
British Columbia Building Codes. The BC Building Codes 2024 (BCBC) is the authoritative provincial regulation that governs new construction, building alterations, repairs, and demolitions, ensuring the highest standards of safety, health, accessibility, fire, and structural protection of buildings, as well as energy and water efficiency.
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Resources for additional information: Ministerial Order-2024 Building Code (PDF) Free Online Access to BC Building Codes. The BC Zero Carbon Step Code: Measures to limit greenhouse gas emissions from new buildings will be in effect for building permit applications starting January 1, 2024.
