The Province of British Columbia has signed the Construction Codes Reconciliation Agreement (CCRA) under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. The agreement will affect B.C. codes adopted after 2022.

The government is considering introducing legislation and regulatory changes that could take the final decision-making authority for housing permit approvals out of the hands of local governments. This move is intended to streamline the rezoning process and facilitate more housing.

New legislation allows municipalities to rezone properties without the need for public hearings.

New rules will allow property owners in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) increased housing flexibility, helping farmers and non-farmers support their families and businesses in their communities.

The Professional Governance Act and the AIBC, how will this affect building design in BC?

British Columbia’s Residential and Building Designers have a new organization to help them have a voice in the future of design in BC.