Q: Do I need a permit? A: In most jurisdictions, simple repairs, roof replacements and re-siding of residential structures does not require a permit. Any renovations that affect the structure of a house, such as expanding windows, replacing bedroom windows, or adding to the square footage…
In our part of New Brunswick, portable saw mills have produced quality materials for decades. But use of milled lumber in Code-compliant construction runs into the challenge presented by a clause in the Code [9.3.2.1(1)] that requires structural lumber to be identified by a grade…
The province's Building Code Administration Act makes it abundantly clear that any change in occupancy of a building requires a building permit. "7) Even if no construction work is proposed, no person shall change the use of a building or part of a building with respect to…
There are many reasons why one may wish to build a wheelchair ramp, but regardless of the reason, the intent is clear: make it easy for someone with a mobility challenge to access a building. For this reason, there are requirements in the National Building…
Secondary suites add a little extra complexity to a build, as there are some added layers of Building Code to navigate. The intent is to ensure that the occupant(s) of both the main dwelling and the secondary suite are protected from the potential impact of…