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Ask a Question about the Building Code

Staff at the Building and Safety Policy Branch are available to answer your technical questions regarding the BC Building Code. Please complete the form below and ensure you have included your first and last name, telephone number, e-mail address, and organization name. Your question should be as specific as possible, and should include all relevant information required to respond, such as the building type and specific code reference, if applicable.

Our current average response time is seven business days or less; however, this may vary depending on the number of inquiries received or the complexity of the question.

Please Note: The Building and Safety Policy Branch, Province of British Columbia, does not enforce compliance with the BC Building Code or issue building permits. Local governments are authorized to enforce the BC Building Code through the Local Government Act and the Community Charter. As such, branch responses are not legally binding. The Building and Safety Policy Branch does not review building plans or approve products for use in construction.

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