2006 BC Building Code and 2006 BC Fire Code The new BC Building Code and BC Fire Code, based on the 2005 National Building Code of Canada and 2005 National Fire Code of Canada, are regulations that establish minimum standards for: BC Building Code Health Safety Accessibility Fire and structural protection of buildings in British Columbia Protection of the building or facility from water and sewer damage BC Fire Code

Where to get the 2006 Codes Frequently Asked Questions 2006 BCBC – List of Changes

• Health
• Safety
• Fire protection of buildings and facilities

The 2006 BC Building Code and 2006 BC Fire Code use a new objective-based format. The objectives describe the overall goals that the Codes’ provisions are intended to achieve. All requirements in the Codes are linked to one or more main objectives. Minimum prescribed requirements have been renamed acceptable solutions.

The 2006 BC Building Code and 2006 BC Fire Code have a new organizational layout comprised of three divisions:

• Division A describes the main objectives and functional statements. At least one objective and one functional statement are linked to each technical requirement to help users better understand the reason why a particular requirement must be met and to help them evaluate alternative solutions.
• Division B contains code provisions, or "acceptable solutions." Objectives and functional statements are listed in a table at the end of each part. These references explain the purpose of the provision.
• Division C contains administrative requirements.

Effective date

The 2006 BC Building Code and BC Fire Code will take effect on December 15, 2006.

Note: The 2006 BCBC requirements will apply to all buildings constructed on or after December 15, 2006, except those buildings for which a permit application has been accepted prior to December 15, 2006.

Education & Training

The following education and training opportunities are available:

• Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) Building Smart Seminars
  • Builder Insight #2 Bulletin – 2006 BC Building Code: Highlights of Changes for Part 9 - Residential Construction
• Code Change Seminars 2007 – A coalition of industry organizations, coordinated by the Building Officials’ Association of BC (BOABC), is offering seminars in various locations around BC, highlighting changes in the 2006 BC Building Code.

Code Publication and Formats

The 2006 BC Building Code and BC Fire Code are available in print, CD ROM, and online subscription formats.

Please contact your local public library to enquire about reference access to the codes.

Note: The CD ROM and online subscription formats include additional information to assist code users under the heading of Application and Intent Statements.

For more information and a complete list of products and pricing, contact:

Queen’s Printer

Website: www.bccodes.ca
Toll free: 1 800 663-6105
Fax: 250 387-1120
Email: bccodes@gov.bc.ca

For more information on the 2006 BC Building Code and 2006 BC Fire Code:

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)