The HPO’s Building Smart #16: 2012 Code Changes – Safety, Efficiency and Sustainability seminar focuses on the key Part 9 code changes of the BC Building Code and the Vancouver Building By-law. Participants will learn about the impact the new requirements will have on various regions throughout the province. This three-hour seminar will be presented in 22 communities across B.C. from April 11 to May 31, 2012.
Register online or view the brochure for more information.
The HPO has expanded its free Maintenance Matters bulletin series to include three new videos. They offer practical information and helpful tips on cladding; exposed wood structures; and at-grade and below-grade assemblies for multi-unit residential buildings. The videos encourage homeowners, strata councils, maintenance managers, building owners and others to follow good maintenance practices.
Read the newest Builder Insight bulletin. This technical bulletin clarifies the energy performance requirements for windows, glazed doors and skylights used in residential buildings, and provides a roadmap for compliance.
A new guide to enhance the quality of wood-frame construction in B.C. is now available.
The Building Enclosure Design Guide - Wood-Frame Multi-Unit Residential Buildings is one of the industry’s most widely accepted reference guides. It explores the latest research, design and construction best practices. Builders, designers, architects, engineers, educators and others can learn more about the Guide or purchase a copy from the HPO online store.
Homeowners, strata councils, building owners and others are encouraged to check out the HPO's three new Maintenance Matters bulletins. They offer practical advice and helpful maintenance tips for various types of Cladding, Exposed Wood Structures and At-Grade and Below-Grade Assemblies.
You can view the latest bulletins below:
The Province will publish the next editions of the BC Building Code, BC Fire Code, and BC Plumbing Code in the spring of 2012 with an effective date in the fall of 2012. Over the next year, the Province will work with industry to ensure a smooth implementation of the new BC Codes.
Read this information bulletin to learn more.
A new Residential Construction Performance Guide that sets out the required performance of new homes covered by home warranty insurance in British Columbia is now available.
This free online Guide is an excellent reference tool for homeowners and residential builders. Homeowners can search the Guide to find out if a possible defect in their new home may be covered by home warranty insurance. The Guide can also help builders meet or exceed the standard to which their homes will be measured in the event of a claim.
View the Guide or News Release to learn more.
