Part 9 Code Changes for the BC Building Code 2024

10 Modules each 2 CPD to total 20 CPD for the entire course.

Significant changes to the energy requirements in the 2018 BCBC were made in May of 2023 (BC Building Code Revision 5) raising the minimum energy performance of newly constructed small structures in the Province to Step 3 of the Energy Step Code. This Revision also introduced SecIon 10.3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions providing a framework for identifing the GHG Emission Level of new small structures.

There have been many question within the construction industry resulting from this final revision to the 2018 Building Code. Building on these significant changes, it has been announced that the 2024 BC Building Code has been adopted December 2023 effective date. The additional changes that must be included for all projects permitting by as soon as March 2024

Part 9 Code Changes for the BC Building Code 2024 will also be presented on our 11-Day Northern Europe Cruise!

Sesson 1:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.

Session 1 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change.

Session 1 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

Introduction to the changes of the BC Building Code
How this affects builders in British Columbia
Pitfalls of the changes overview
Changes of note and importance
The Builder’s responsibility with regards to the BC Building Code
How much should you rely on others (Trades and Professionals) to comply
How do you protect your interests as a builder
Code “reconciliation” with the National Building Code
Potential future impacts
How is this progressing
Potential impacts on the cost of new construction
Key points of change that may require closer consideration
Other regulatory changes with the potential of requiring additional considerations.
During design and construction
Potential areas of conflict and avoidance

Session 2:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.
Session 2 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change. Session 2 (2 Hours, 2 CPD) Accessibility in Part 9 (9.5 and 9.9) Changes from previous code requirements Brief comparison to changes in Part 5 Potential costs to these changes Alignment to the National Building Code Combustible Penetrations and Fire Protection (Part 3 only) Changes from previous code requirements Why considerations in Part 9 buildings

Sesson 3:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.

Session 3 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change.

Session 3 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

First part Wind Load and Seismic Requirements
Changes from previous code requirements
Alignment to the National Building Code
Complex changes in 9.4, 9.20, 9.23, 9.31, and 9.34

Session 4:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.

Session 4 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

Second part Wind Load and Seismic Requirements
Changes from previous code requirements
Alignment to the National Building Code
Complex changes in 9.4, 9.20, 9.23, 9.31, and 9.34
Changes from previous code requirements
Comparison to changes in Part 3

Session 5:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.

Session 5 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

Radon Provisions (9.13)
Potential (recommended) solutions
Regions now included
Potential Cost and budgeting considerations
Various pitfalls and interpretations
Spatial Relations Between Houses (9.11)
Alignment with the National Building Code
Changes from previous code requirements

Session 6:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.
Session 6 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

Footings and Foundations (9.15)
Changes from previous code requirements
Heat Transfer, Air Leakage, and Condensation Control (9.25)
Changes from previous code requirements
Roofing and Cladding (9.26 and 9.27)
Changes from previous code requirements
Interior Wall and Ceiling Finishes (9.29)
Changes from previous code requirements

Session 7:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.

Session 7 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change.

Session 7 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

Windows, Doors, and Skylights (9.7)
Changes from previous code requirements
Required Guards (9.8.8.1)
Alignment to the National Building Code
Mezzanines (9.10)
Changes from previous code requirements
Alignment to the National Building Code
Changes to Climatic Data (Appendix C)
Brief overview to highlight changes for reference
Ventilation (9.32)
Changes from previous code requirements
Overheating (9.33)
Changes from previous code requirements

Session 8:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.

Session 8 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change.

Session 8 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

First Part Energy Provisions and Step Code (9.36)
Changes from previous code requirements
Comparison to changes in Part 3

Session 9:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.
Session 9 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change.
Session 9 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)

Second Part Energy Provisions and Step Code (9.36)
Changes from previous code requirements
Comparison to changes in Part 3

Session 10:

THIS COURSE IS ON DEMAND.
Session 10 of 10 providing clear understanding of the changes from both the BC Building Code 2018 Revision and BC Building Code 2023 change.
Session 10 (2 Hours, 2 CPD)