Lesson series

BC Building Code Update - 7 Hours (CPD)

As of May 1, 2023, the BC Building Code requires most new construction in BC to be 20% more energy efficient than base 2018 BC Building Code. The Zero Carbon Step Code is a new addition to the BC Building Code that allows Authorities Having Jurisdiction to limit operational carbon from new buildings.  While an optional standard at this time, the Province intends to make operational carbon limits mandatory over time, with the ultimate objective for all new buildings to be zero carbon by 2030. An overview of the code changes specific to Part 9 buildings, Part 3 building including information on the new Zero Carbon Step Code. 

-        Introduce new BC building Code
-        Part 9 Energy and Zero Carbon Checklist
-        Part 3 Energy and Zero Carbon Checklist