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2012 Building Code
- $120 fee for initial registration or reinstatement or annual renewal of registrations for:
- building officials
- on-site sewage system installers
- other designers
- $189 fee for initial registration or reinstatement of registrations for designers or design firms
- $142 fee for annual renewal of registrations for designers or design firms
- $41 fee for updating class of registrations for designers or design firms
- $452 fee for initial registration or reinstatement of registrations for registered code agencies
- $333 fee for annual renewal of registrations for registered code agencies
- $77 fee for updating class of registrations for registered code agencies
- $198 application fee to the Building Code Commission
- $11,000 application fee to the Building Materials Evaluation Commission (no change from previous year)
- $651 application fee for a Minister's Ruling pursuant to Article 2.4.1.2. of Div. C of the Ontario Building Code
2019 Energy Code
STANDATA
Interpretation
The purpose of this Interpretation is to assist in identifying certain types and uses of oil and gas industry buildings that shelter processing equipment which have been determined to be exempt under the National Building Code-2019 Alberta Edition (NBC(AE)) Section 9.36 or the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2017 (NECB 2017).
2020 National Building Code
2020 National Fire Code
2020 National Plumbing Code
2020 National Energy Code for Buildings.
Provinces and territories have been provided with advance copies of the changes to the national model codes so that they may prepare for adoption and enforcement of new provisions, as applicable, through their building regulations.
Many thanks to Joe Rogers P.Eng, Building Code Coordinator, NS Office of the Fire Marshal, Department of Municipal Affairs, for providing this information.
2019 Building Code
CSA B149.1 - Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
STANDATA
Bulletin
The purpose of the Bulletin is to explain the minimum code requirements to ensure safe and effective venting of gas-fired appliances.
Electricity Act, 1998
2021 Electrical Safety Code, 28th Edition
Ontario's new 2021 Electrical Safety Code consists of the CSA Canadian Electrical Code Part I, C22.1:21, as amended by the Ontario Electrical Safety Authority's “Ontario Amendments to the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, C22.1”, dated September 9, 2021.
The new 2021 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (28th Edition) comes into force on May 5, 2022.
Unlike the Canadian federal and provincial Building and Plumbing Codes, the 2021 Electrical Safety Code is not free.
The electronic .PDF version of the Code is now available from the CSA Group's on-line store.
The paper format will be available late January 2022.
In order to find out what the law is concerning electrical issues in Ontario, you will have to pay:
- $199 + HST for the PDF copy or
- $223 +HST for the paper copy.
2021 Alberta Private Sewage Systems Standard of Practice
Notice
The Alberta Safety Codes Council recently published the 2021 Alberta Private Sewage Systems Standard of
Practice, which was adopted in Alberta's Private Sewage Systems Disposal Regulation.
The 2015 version of the of the Alberta Private Sewage Systems Standard of Practice will continue to remain in-force until October 31, 2022 and applies to permit applications received up to October 31, 2022.
Permit applications received on or after November 1, 2022 must meet the requirements for the new version in regards to sewage system design and installation.
Congratulations to the Province of Alberta for providing adequate time for everyone to prepare for the new 2021 edition before it comes into effect on November 1, 2022 ....!
2019 Building Code
2018 Canadian Electrical Code
STANDATA
Building Code Interpretation
Electrical Code Interpretation
The purpose of this Interpretation is to clarify: the requirements for installing, altering, or adding to lightning protection systems.
2018 Building Code
2019 Vancouver Building By-law
The Guide contains:
- Updated information regarding the roles, responsibilities, and activities of key participants in the building regulatory system
- New flow charts and internal links for better navigability on digital displays
- Information related to the new Professional Governance Act
- References to practice guidelines published by the Architectural Institute of BC and Engineers and Geoscientists BC
2019 Vancouver Building By-law
For users of the binder version of the By-law, the revised pages may be downloaded for printing.
2018 Building Code
An on-line survey is being conducted from October 28, 2021 to December 9, 2021 to obtain feedback about barriers and priorities to enhance accessibility requirements in new buildings. Feedback will be accepted until 4pm on December 9, 2021.
Background information about the BC Building Code has been posted to help you fill out the survey.
2019 Building Code
2019 Alberta Fire Code
STANDATA
Building Code Interpretation
Fire Code Interpretation
The purpose of this Interpretation is to clarify:
- the applicable requirements of the National Fire Code-2019 Alberta Edition and the National Building Code-2019 Alberta Edition for fixed fire suppression and exhaust systems for commercial cooking
- the training requirements for kitchen exhaust cleaning personnel within the Province of Alberta.
2012 Building Code
Public Consultation
- Fall 2021 Consultation
The code amendment proposals in the Fall 2021 Consultation consist of:
Comments on the proposed changes are due by December 4, 2021.
- Existing technical variations between Ontario’s Building Code and the National Construction Codes
- Ontario-only changes
- Low-impact existing technical variations
Comments on the proposed changes are due by December 4, 2021.
- Winter 2022 Consultation
A further consultation is planned in 2022 on changes related to the new
2020 Canadian National Construction Codes and a separate notice
requesting feedback will be announced at a later date.
The Proposed Changes for the Next Edition of Ontario's Building Code (Fall Consultation) - Proposal Number 21-MMAH030 was posted on Ontario's Regulatory Registry on October 20, 2021.
The following documents are available for download:
- Executive Summary: Proposed Changes for the Next Edition of Ontario’s Building Code
- Proposed Building Code Changes – Existing Technical Variations and Ontario-only Changes
- Proposed Building Code Changes – Low-Impact Existing Variations
Let's not cripple our industires by shooting outselves in the foot.
IN OTHER WORDS: DON'T THROW OUT THE BABY WITH THE BATHWATER.
2015 National Plumbing Code of Canada
STANDATA Plumbing Bulletin
Alberta Private Sewage Systems Standard of Practice
STANDATA Private Sewage Bulletin
The
purpose of this bulletin is to inform the plumbing industry of
requirements for installations where the sewage from a plumbing system
is discharged into a municipal sewage collection system.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide clarity on the alarm requirement for on-site wastewater treatment systems.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Building and Development Branch
The Planning and Growth Division will consist of:
- Provincial Land Use Plans Branch
- Planning Policy Branch
- Building and Development Branch
2018 Canadian Electrical Code
STANDATA Electrical Bulletins
STANDATA Electrical Variance
2019 Alberta Building Code
2019 Alberta Fire Code
STANDATA Fire Variance
2012 Building Code
Public Consultation on "Tiny Homes" and Remote Inspections
The announcement was posted on Ontario's Regulatory Registry on September 8, 2021.
Comments are due by October 23, 2021.
Download a discussion paper titled "Discussion Paper – Proposed Changes to the Building Code for Tiny Homes and Remote Inspections - August 2021"
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Building Code Guides
- 2020 Code and Guide for Sewage Systems (price: $40.00)
- 2020 Code and Guide for Plumbing (price: $40.00)
- 2020 Ontario Code and Construction Guide for Housing (price: $90 for the softcover version)
All guides are available for purchase at the Publications Ontario web site.
2019 Building Code
STANDATA
Building Code Interpretation
Fire Code Interpretation
The purpose of this Interpretation is to clarify the applicable requirements of the National Fire Code-2019 Alberta Edition and the National Building Code-2019 Alberta Edition for occupancies licensed to provide overnight childcare services.
2012 Building Code
Transit Corridor Lands
Properties that fall on, or within 30 meters of, the designated transit corridor lands for this project are subject to certain conditions set out in the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020. This includes the requirement to obtain a corridor development permit from Metrolinx to build, alter, or place a building or other structure on designated transit corridor lands, in addition to any required municipal permits, licences and/or approvals before work can proceed.
As of June 3, 2021, corridor development permits are applicable law under the Ontario Building Code for any building permit application on, or within 30 metres of, the designated transit corridor lands for the Ontario Line in the City of Toronto.
Background:
On December 16, 2020, the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing made Ontario Regulation 762/20, to amend Ontario’s Building Code to update the list of applicable laws to align with the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020.
On March 12, 2021, the Ontario Ministry of Transportation delegated certain functions, including the administration of corridor development permits, in the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020 to Metrolinx. This delegation of functions was intended to streamline project delivery and support accelerated completion of priority transit projects.
For more information:
- Contact Metrolinx by e-mail at: development.coordinator@metrolinx.com
- Visit Metrolinx’s Third Party Projects Review web site
La Régie du bâtiment du Québec
- Qualification and continuing mandatory training for contractors
As
of April 1, 2022, construction supervisors will have to complete a
minimum of 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years. This
requirement will affect more than 21,000 companies.
The RBQ is setting up unique, updated, computerized exams, which will allow for accelerated marking, a rigorous validation of skills and the faster issuance of licenses.
The RBQ is setting up unique, updated, computerized exams, which will allow for accelerated marking, a rigorous validation of skills and the faster issuance of licenses.
- Increase the number of Inspectors and Inspections
The
RBQ plans to increase its presence in the field by hiring almost
130 new staff by 2022. Of these, more than 70% will focus on
inspections and investigations.
- Information for the Public
The
RBQ plans to provide more information to consumers to help them make
informed choices concerning their contractors. The complaint process
will also be revised as well as the protection offered to the public.
Le Bureau de normalisation du Québec
Dry rot is a fungus that feeds on wood and destroys it. It is a destructive and hard-to-control fungus that frequently attacks houses in Quebec.
Download a free copy of BNQ Standard 3009-610, "Dry Rot Contamination of Dwellings - Investigation and Rehabilitation of the Building" contains information concerning best practices for decontamination work, corrective work and communication with the customer.
This publication is only available in the French language.
Le Bureau de normalisation du Québec
The consultation, in the French language, commenced on July 5, 2021 and will end on October 3, 2021.
To comment on the proposed standard, visit the BNQ Consultation web site.
2019 Building Code
STANDATA
Errata to the Building Code
The purpose of this STANDATA is to correct an error in section 3.8 of Div. B of the National Building Code-2019 Alberta Edition related to accessible examination and treatment rooms.
National Research Council of Canada
National Guide for Wildland-Urban Interface Fires
The Guide is intended to mitigate the growing risk of damage and loss due to Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) fires by improving the resilience of buildings, infrastructure and communities to wildfire.
This 162 page Guide provides support for diminishing the risk in the WUI areas of Canada and includes information on:
• hazard and exposure assessment
• vegetation management and construction measures
• community planning and resources
• emergency planning and outreach
The Guide is a comprehensive resource for anyone working towards minimizing the impact of WUI fires on buildings, infrastructure and communities and improving their resilience, including local governments and authorities, planners, emergency managers, developers, insurers, and property owners.
2019 Vancouver Plumbing By-law
Revision 2
The consolidated edition of the 2019 Vancouver Plumbing By-law (including Revision 2) is posted here.
A “Point in time” folder has been created which allows you to view the content as it read prior to June 1, 2021. The “Point in time” folders are accessible within each Part (if applicable).
Amendments to the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law (Book I) effective as of June 1, 2021 will be published later this year.
Also, the Chief Building Official of Vancouver had advised earlier, on June 1, 2021, that Section D-2.11. in Appendix D of the January 1, 2021 consolidation of the Vancouver Building By-law amendments was not correctly updated along with the rest of the online Building By-law amendments. This omission has now been corrected, and consolidated text matching the enactment of Building By-law #12715 has now included removing the discrepancy between this and other versions.
Canadian Free Trade Agreement
The Agreement is intended to:
- Reduce or eliminate differences and variations in the technical provision of construction codes in Canada;
- Ensure timely adoption of construction codes;
- Transform the national code development system to meet the needs of all parties;
- Provide freely available national and construction codes.
2019 Building Code
STANDATA
Building Code Variance
The purpose of this variance is to allow the use of Structural Insulated Panels in buildings constructed under Part 9 of the National Building Code – 2019 Alberta Edition.
2017 National Energy Code for Buildings.
The following NECB 2017 on-line training courses are self-paced and interactive:
- NECB 2017 Training – Navigating and Applying the Code (20 minutes - provides a general overview for all users)
- NECB 2017 Training – Contractor (4 hours - offers a more detailed explanation of selected technical requirements and the prescriptive, trade-off and performance compliance paths)
- NECB 2017 Training – Designer (4 hours - offers a more detailed explanation of selected technical requirements and the prescriptive, trade-off and performance compliance paths)
- NECB 2015/2017 – Full Compliance Checklist: Designer Perspective (12 minutes)
- NECB 2015/2017 – Abridged Compliance Checklist: Designer Perspective (7 minutes)
- NECB 2015/2017 – Full Compliance Checklist: Enforcement Perspective (12 minutes)
- NECB 2015/2017 – Abridged Compliance Checklist: Enforcement Perspective (7 minutes)
These training materials complement the NECB 2017, which is available in print format in the NRC Virtual Store, and in free electronic format from the NRC Publications Archive.
2019 Building Code
STANDATA
Building Code Variance
This variance covers the use of steel rung-type ladders or “ship’s ladders” / “fixed industrial stairs” as an alternative for interior stairways for accessing rooftop HVAC equipment.
Alberta Private Sewage Systems SOP
Due to the temporary nature of work camps, it is difficult to apply the Alberta Private Sewage Systems Standard of Practice (SOP) to this industry. Alberta Municipal Affairs has developed this guidance document to clarify existing and new requirements for sewage treatment and disposal systems in the work camp industry. This guidance document applies to daily sewage effluent volumes of less than 25 m3 (5500 Imperial gallons). Greater effluent volumes (more than 25 m3) are under the jurisdiction of Alberta Environment and Parks. The guidance document applies to existing work camp variance holders, new variance applications, and management plans. These guidelines ensure consistent requirements are maintained and enforced throughout the work camp industry.
2019 Vancouver Building and Plumbing By-laws
A “Point in time” folder has been created which allows viewing the content as it read prior to January 1, 2021. The “Point in time” folders are accessible within each Part if applicable.
For users of the binder versions of the By-laws, the revised sections of the By-laws may be downloaded from:
TSSA
Gaseous Fuels Code Adoption Document
Propane Code Adoption Document
Oil and GasPipelineSystems CodeAdoption Document
Significant changes made by this new CAD amendment include:
- Adoption of the B149.1-20 Natural gas and propane installation code (with Ontario amendments) including the addition of:
- Annex O “Field Approval of Special Effects”;
- Annex P “Installation of piping or tubing in rocky areas”:
- Annex Q“Mandatory Safety Checks for Residential (one or two family dwelling) Natural Draft Boilers Equipped with a Draft Control Device 300,000 Btuh or less”:
- Annex R “Existing B-Vent (not certified for exterior applications) which has been installed outdoors”:
- Annex S “Mobile Food Service Equipment”.
- Adoption of TSSA Field Approval Code TSSA-FA-2020 (which adopts B149.3-20)
- Adoption of TSSA Digester, Landfill & Biogas Code TSSA-DLB-2020 (which adopts B149.6-20)
- Adoption of TSSA High Pressure piping Code TSSA-HPP-2020
- Adoption of TSSA Field Approval Code for Mobile Food Service Equipment”, TSSA-MFSE-2020
The major changes implemented in CAD FS-254-20 were:
- Adoption of B149.2-20 for propane storage and handling requirements
- Adoption of, B149.5-20 for propane vehicle conversion requirements
- Adoption of B149.1-20 for appliances and equipment on highway vehicles, mobile units, etc. when propane is used for fuel purposes
- Adoption of TSSA-FA-2020 -Field Approval Code for appliances on those units that are not approved
- Adoption of Mobile Food Service Equipment Code for appliances on those units that are not approved
2019 Building Code
STANDATA
Building Code Interpretation
Building Code Variance
Building Code Bulletin
The
purpose of this interpretation is to provide clarification when
manufactured engineered components need not be designed by a registered
engineering professional.
The
purpose of this variance is to recognize
the acceptability of CSA A277 certification in
place of the Alberta labeling program for relocatable
industrial camp buildings.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide guidance on when a building permit is required.
Construction Code
Chapter I.1 – Energy Efficiency of Buildings, and National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2015 (amended)
This new document is published by the National Research Council of Canada on behalf of the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
The document sets out technical requirements for the energy efficient design and construction of new buildings, additions, and public swimming pools in Quebec. These requirements are expected to improve the overall energy performance of buildings by 27.9%, on average, relative to the existing energy efficiency requirements in effect in Quebec since 1983.
The document contains both new Chapter I.1, Energy Efficiency of Buildings, of the Quebec Construction Code and an amended National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2015 clearly indicating the changes adopted by the province of Quebec. With its reader-friendly format, this document is an indispensable tool for building designers, energy consultants and subcontractors, construction professionals, and regulatory officials in Quebec.
National Building Code
National Fire Code
National Plumbing Code
National Energy Code for Buildings.
Recent model national codes available for direct download include:
- National Building Code of Canada: 2015, Publication date: 2015-01-01 (PDF, 21 MB)
- National Plumbing Code of Canada: 2015, Publication date: 2015 (PDF, 4 MB)
- National Fire Code of Canada: 2015, Publication date: 2015-01-01 (PDF, 4 MB)
- National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings: 2015, Publication date: 2015 (PDF, 4 MB)
- Erratum: National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings: 2015 (PDF, 619 KB)
- National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings: 2017, Publication date: 2017 (PDF, 4 MB)
- User’s Guide: National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2015, Publication date: 2019 (PDF, 3 MB)
- Structural Commentaries (User's Guide: NBC 2015: Part 4 of Division B), Publication date: 2017 (PDF, 8 MB)
- Illustrated User’s Guide: NBC 2015 Part 9 of Division B: Housing and Small Buildings, Publication date: 2018 (PDF, 13 MB)
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The following Codes are listed:
Codes Currently In Force in Alberta:
- National Building Code – 2019 Alberta Edition (PDF, 23 MB)
- National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2017 (PDF, 4.5 MB)
- ABC 2014: In force from May 1, 2015 to November 30, 2019 (PDF, 17 MB)
- ABC 2006: In force from September 2, 2007 to April 30, 2015 (PDF, 17 MB)
- ABC 1997: In force from June 1, 1998 to September 1, 2007 (PDF, 17 MB)
- ABC 1990: In force from September 1, 1991 to May 31, 1998 (PDF, 17 KB)
General Regulation –
Building Code Administration Act
Barrier-FreeDesign Building Code Regulation –
Building Code Administration Act
the General Regulation – Building Code Administration Act on January 28, 2021. This regulation adopts the following National Codes of Canada in New Brunswick:
- National Building Code of Canada 2015
- National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2011
Both regulations came into force on February 1, 2021.
CodeNews.ca thanks:
Dana Scherf, P.Eng.,
Director, Code and Life Safety,
Principal; Senior Code Consultant
Morrison Hershfield
for alerting us to this news.Director, Code and Life Safety,
Principal; Senior Code Consultant
Morrison Hershfield
Construction Code
Chapter III, Plumbing
The main changes introduced by this regulation are:
- more stringent and comprehensive requirements for potable water conservation
- new articles to address the use of stainless steel piping
- a ban on the installation of piping containing asbestos
- updating the editions of the referenced standards
- the introduction of a standard on oil separators, which governs their manufacture and performance in order to restrict oil discharges into sewers (among others, for mechanical maintenance garages)
- adding additional benchmarks to meet the requirement to sell certified plumbing products
Ventilation and Transmission of COVID-19 in Schools and Care Facilities
The report is titiled: "VENTILATION ET TRANSMISSION DE LA COVID-19 EN MILIEU SCOLAIRE ET EN MILIEU DE SOINS RAPPORT DU GROUPE D’EXPERTS SCIENTIFIQUES ET TECHNIQUES (JANVIER 2021)"
This 38 page report was prepared by a group of scientific and technical experts along with the Régie du bâtiment du Québec and made 19 recommendations.
2019 Building Code
STANDATA
Application for Barrier-Free Relaxation
View the latest version of the form on the Alberta Municipal Affairs website, where you can download a .pdf version of the Application for Barrier-Free Relaxation or you can submit the application electronically.
Gas Code Regulation
STANDATA Gas Code Variance
STANDATA Gas Safety Information Bulletin
Sidney Manning, the Provincial Gas Administrator has authorized the issuance of the following STANDATA Gas Safety Information Bulletins:
- 20-GCB-02 [Rev2] - Sidewall vent terminations
- 20-GCB-03 [Rev2] - Walkways and guard rails
- 20-GCB-04 [Rev2] - Gas fired appliances used for heating Buildings Under Construction
- 20-GCB-05 [Rev8] - Non-certified appliances and equipment require special inspection and approval
- 20-GCB-06 [Rev2] - Door air heaters, Direct fired makeup air heaters, and Non-recirculating direct gas-fired industrial air heaters
- 20-GCB-07 [Rev2] - Appliances and equipment require special certification for installation at high altitude
- 20-GCB-08 [Rev2] - Liquefied petroleum gas storage vessel installations
- 20-GCB-09 [Rev3] - Propane/natural gas utility connections
- 20-GCB-10 [Rev3] - Fuel gas pressure piping in plants
- 20-GCB-11 [Rev2] - Propane storage tanks designed for 200 PSIG
- 20-GCB-12 [Rev4] - Outdoor propane appliances located on roofs, decks and balconies
- 20-GCB-13 [Rev4] - Residential appliance venting, vent connectors and liners
- 20-GCB-14 [Rev3] - Temporary heat for construction sites
- 20-GCB-15 [Rev2] - Mechanically vented appliances
Gas Code Regulation
Notices
- CSA-B149.1-20 - Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code – This code provides the minimum requirements for the installation of natural gas and propane appliances and equipment downstream of a natural gas meter or from a propane distributor’s tank.
- CSA-B149.2-20 – Propane Storage and Handling Code – This provides the minimum requirements for the storage, handling, transportation and transfer of propane.
- CSA-B149.3-20 – Code for the field approval of fuel-related components on appliances and equipment – This code applies to the requirements for site specific fuel burning appliances and equipment for which there is no recognized Canadian standard.
- CSA-B149.5-20 – Installation Code for Propane Fuel Systems and Tanks on Highway Vehicles – This code applies to the installation of propane fuel system components and tanks on highway vehicles for the provision of motive power.
- CSA-B108-18 – NGV Refuelling Stations Installation Code – This code applies to natural gas fuelling stations that may be used for fleet and public dispensing operations.
- CSA-B109-17 – Natural Gas for Vehicles Installation Code – This code applies to the installation, servicing, and repair of natural gas fuel systems on highway vehicles for the provision of motive power.
The following additional Gas Code Notices were issued:
Gas Code Regulation
STANDATA Gas Notice
- Must be immediately removed from operation.
- Shall not be installed, sold or offered for sale within Alberta.
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2019 Fire Code
STANDATA Building Code Bulletin
STANDATA Fire Code Interpretation
- Paul Chang, Provincial Building Administrator, has authorized the issuance of the following STANDATA Building Code Bulletin:
- Tina Parker, Provincial Fire Administrator, has authorized the issuance of the following STANDATA Fire Code Interpretation:
2012 Building Code
The hardcopy binder insert version of Amendment Package #9 (Publication #: 300410) is expected to be available "around January 25, 2021" at a cost of $40.00, according to Publications Ontario.
Download the 140 page free .pdf copy of Amendment Package #9 from the Publications Ontario eCommerce store.
Amendment Package #9 contains the following amendments to the 2012 Building Code Compendium:
- O. Reg. 209/20 to address the delivery of Building Code services such as reviewingbuilding permit applications and conducting inspections related to COVID-19 effective May 11, 2020.
- Building Code Act changes that recognize the Minister’s authority to make regulations described undersection 34 of the Act effective July 21, 2020.
- O. Reg. 511/20 to add requirements for community benefits charges to the list of applicablelaw effective September 18, 2020.
- O. Reg. 762/20 to revise the following effective December 16, 2020:
- the list of applicable law to reference section 3 of the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020 with respect to the issuance of a permit under that section;
- minor errors and omissions through housekeeping changes;
- two spent provisions related to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.
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STANDATA Building Code Interpretation
The Province of Alberta’s Barrier-Free Administrator and Provincial Building Administrator are receiving barrier-free relaxation requests that they deem are either not appropriate for relaxation or that lack the required review by the authority having jurisdiction (i.e. accredited municipality or agency) during the building permit application stage.
This interpretation is intended to clarify when a request for relaxation of barrier-free requirements is appropriate.
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STANDATA Building Code Bulletin
This bulletin is intended to clarify the application of Division C, Sentences 2.4.2.1.(4) and 2.4.2.1.(7) as it relates to an architect or engineer providing the services of the other.
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The regulation came into force on December 16, 2020.
According to the Ontario government's e-bulletin:
O. Reg. 762/20 includes a number of housekeeping changes to correct minor errors and omissions.
The housekeeping changes harmonize with the National Building Code (NBC) and in general:
The housekeeping changes harmonize with the National Building Code (NBC) and in general:
- Corrects errors in equations and data taken from the NBC,
- Adds information, such as references and names of organizations, that was omitted,
- Supports public safety, and
- Reduces redundancies.
Two spent provisions related to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act
were deleted. These amendments do not add any new technical
requirements to the Building Code or change the intended meaning of the
provisions.
In addition, updates were made to the applicable law sections to align with the passage of the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020.
In addition, updates were made to the applicable law sections to align with the passage of the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020.
O. Reg. 762/20 is the second amendment to the Ontario Building Code made by a Mininster's regulation. Code amendments prior to O. Reg. 762/20 and O. Reg. 511/20 had been made by the Lieutenant Governor in Council.
O. Reg. 762/20 was:
- Made on December 16, 2020
- Filed on December 16, 2020
- Published on e-Laws on December 17, 2020
- Printed in The Ontario Gazette on January 2, 2021
- Announced to code users in the Ontario government's CodeNews e-bulletin #310 on January 5, 2021
If a government wants its citizens to follow the law, it should announce the law as soon as possible BEFORE the law comes into force.
Ontario is quickly becoming a banana republic as far as the rule of law is concerned.
