Recent updates to the BC Building Code allow for the expanded use of mass timber in taller buildings, as well as schools, libraries and retail….
Home »
Browse past new stories and articles related to "BC Building Code"
To aid our readers in finding relevant information within our website, e-know.ca tags people, places, organizations and events in the news, stories and articles we publish. This page shows stories that have been published with the tag: BC Building Code.
Province seeks input on building code updates
People will get a say in how future buildings are constructed in B.C., including cooling requirements and accessibility standards, as the province launches a survey…
Changes to BC Building Code coming in May
Changes to the BC Building Code coming into effect May 1, will apply to all new homes built in the Regional District of East Kootenay’s…
Council supports liquor application for Encore Brewing
City of Cranbrook council Nov. 21 supported the application of Encore Brewing Company for a Liquor Primary License for its establishment at 1400 4th Street…
Have your say on making new buildings more accessible
The provincial government is inviting all British Columbians to provide their feedback about how to make new buildings more accessible for all people. “Everyone should…
New Sanitary Sewer Source Control Bylaw introduced
The City of Cranbrook last week took steps to updating sanitary sewer bylaws that date back 110 and 72 years. City council Oct. 25 passed…
Council adopts secondary suites policy for Cranbrook
Processes are now in place in the City of Cranbrook to allow for residents with secondary suites to transition those to legal suites, after council…
New construction requirements now in effect
City adopts BC Energy Step Code The City of Cranbrook will join several other municipalities in the region by adopting the BC Energy Step Code,…
Hearing set for secondary suites in single family zones
Public hearing scheduled For Monday, November 23 at 6 p.m. The City of Cranbrook is a second step closer to allowing Secondary Suites in single…
City takes first step toward allowing secondary suites
The City of Cranbrook last night took its first step toward allowing secondary suites in residential areas. Council Sept. 14 unanimously passed the first reading…