Building Codes Act amendments to reduce wait times for building permits

The province says amendments to the Building Codes Act Regulations will help reduce wait times for building permits and support increased development.  The amendments are to allow for the creation of intern level building officials in the province with the authority to review and approve smaller-scale building projects such as single-story accessory buildings and decks.  Officials say that will reduce the workload of the province’s building officials allowing them to focus efforts on large-scale projects suited to their training and experience.  Government has committed to reducing wait times for building permits to less than 30 days; further amendments are expected to assist in meeting this goal.