This provincial legislation regulates professional residential builders and owner-builders. When constructing a new building, the property-owner is responsible for compliance with the BC Building Code and other applicable building and land use regulations. Before drawing plans or buying stock house plans, ensure the building conforms with the property s zoning and that the building is properly sited. Floor Plan floor plan showing the use of all rooms, the location, size and swing of doors, and the location and size of windows Sections and Elevations details including a cross section of the building taken at locations to adequately illustrate all structural details and finishes. The location at which sectional details are taken shall be noted.
All building permits expire two years from the date of issuance of the permit.
RDN Planning Department Ph. For all new construction or structural renovations, including farm buildings, accessory buildings, retaining walls, separate chimneys and locating mobile homes. For fences under 2 meters high, retaining walls less than 1 meter high retaining less than 1 meter of earth, and accessory buildings 10 square meters or less in area. Yes, if it involves changing a structural support or load-bearing component. A permit is also required if the work involves altering or building a chimney or fireplace or any change in use of the building.