The 2024 BC Building Code came into effect on March 8, 2024, except for adaptable dwellings and earthquake design changes, which come into effect on March 10, 2025.
Providing industry a reasonable transition period to implement the new requirements helps minimize construction delays and cost increases for in-stream projects. During the transition period, training and education on the new requirements builds knowledge and capacity before the new requirements come into force.
The government has issued a Bulletin and an FAQ document on adaptable dwelling units:
- B24-01: Transition period for adaptable dwellings in the British Columbia Building Code 2024
- B24-09-R: Adaptable Dwelling Units Frequently Asked Questions
The AIBC will also be hosting a session on September 11 that focuses on the adaptable dwelling unit design requirements, presented by Andy Chase of the Building and Safety Standards Branch and Ron Bijok Architect AIBC CP. Registration will be opening shortly on the AIBC website.
2024 BC Building Code – Digital and Hard Copy Now Available
An updated version of the BC Codes 2024 is available online, offering code users new interactive features. To download a free PDF copy of the 2024 BC Building Code, please visit the Building and Safety Standards Branch (BSSB) website. Print publications (loose-leaf) are also now available for purchase online.
Additional information on the publication of the 2024 BC Codes can be found on the BSSB website, as well as in B24-05: 2024 Editions of the British Columbia Building, Plumbing, and Fire Codes.