BC Codes

Last updated on June 9, 2025

The BC Building Code 2024 provisions for earthquake design and adaptable dwelling units took effect on March 10, 2025. Access the bulletins or the read the illustrated design guide for adaptable dwellings.

Provincial construction standards guide building and renovating in B.C.

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BC Building Code

The BC Building Code regulates new construction, building alterations, repairs and demolitions in B.C.

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Energy and Zero Carbon Step Codes

The BC Energy and Zero Energy Step Codes set minimum standards for new construction.

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BC Fire Code

The BC Fire Code is a provincial regulation on fire safety for existing buildings and facilities and those under construction.

Digital construction tools Explore digital tools and services that help make design, permitting and construction easier

Bulletins

Technical bulletins help clarify code provisions and changes.

Resources

Access guides, reports and historical documentation to support your work.

Code revisions

Review changes to the Building, Plumbing, and Fire codes from 2006 to today.

Public reviews

Learn what code changes are currently under review in B.C.

Appeals

Submit an appeal or review past decisions from the Building Code Appeal Board.

Interpretations

Access non-binding code interpretations from the Code Interpretation Committee.

Contact information

For more information, please contact the Construction Standards and Digital Solutions Branch:

Email
building.safety@gov.bc.ca

Mailing Address

PO Box 9844 Stn Prov Govt

Victoria BC V8W 9T2

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