Building Information Bulletins

This bulletin provides information on the permit requirements for the lateral bracing of simple Part 9 buildings in the 2024 BC Building Code (BCBC) which came into effect on March 10, 2025.

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Building Regulations Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1595.01, 2025 (Bylaw 1595.01) has been adopted, with the updated fees taking effect on May 15, 2025. Building Inspection Services fees have not been reviewed or changed since 2010.

Starting March 10, 2025, all new building permit applications must follow the 2024 BC Building Code. This includes updated seismic design rules, adaptable dwellings and new zero carbon greenhouse gas (GHG) emission standards.

Following FireSmart principles when developing land, designing homes and structures, and landscaping on properties within the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is an important part of the planning and development process.

The Province of B.C. has adopted the 2024 edition of the British Columbia Building Code, including Book II Plumbing Systems (BC Codes 2024).

Geotechnical Reports must be prepared by a professional engineer or geoscientist who is experienced in geotechnical engineering.

Effective May 1, 2023, compliance with Step 3 of the BC Energy Step Code (BCESC) will take effect within all electoral areas of the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) for Part 9 residential construction.

This guide has been prepared to assist with the building permit requirements for the installation of solar panels as part of a photovoltaic (PV) or solar hot water (SHW) system on a new or existing building.

In accordance with the BC Building Code lumber used in the construction of buildings and structures, for example, joists, rafters, trusses, beams, and wall studs shall be identified by a grade stamp to indicate its grade as determined by the National G