Resources

Last updated on June 9, 2025

Access construction templates, code guides, technical reports and historical documentation to support your work.

Forms

Access forms needed to ensure compliance with the BC Codes including:

Letters of assurance
Appeal and interpretations requests
Code change requests

Guides

Access Provincial guides and handbooks for:

Accessibility requirements
Energy efficiency requirements
The Building Act

BC Building Code

Find resources to help you answer technical question about the BC Codes including:

Code appeals, interpretations and reviews
Project specific questions
How to report code violations

Step Code

Find resources to implement B.C.'s energy efficiency and low carbon step codes including:

Part 3 and Part 9 building checklists
Local government and industry guides
Reports

Reports

Read technical reports that have supported decision making and code changes for

Single egress stairs
Engagement reports
Historical reports

Extreme heat

Find information and resources to support BC Building Code cooling requirements including:

Maximum design temperatures
Resources for designers and builders
Financial incentives

BC Housing Research Centre Library

Builder Insight Series Read about energy, heat and water systems, building codes, risks and more

Building Science Reports Find reports on roofing systems, building materials, energy systems and more

Residential Design and Construction Guides Learn best practices for home builders and designers

Codes Canada publications

Access Canada's national building, fire, plumbing, and energy codes published by the National Research Council. You can also find code user guides and historical editions.

BC Lung Foundation radon resources

Learn how radon affects your lungs and how to protect your home and new buildings.

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