The new Code also includes over 700 technical changes. These changes include measures to increase energy efficiency, improve accessibility, and simplify the design and construction of houses.

Most of the new Building Code will come into force on December 31, 2006. However some Code changes related to energy efficiency will be phased in through 2011. A separate “transition” regulation (O. Reg. 349/06) that amends the current Building Code was also filed on June 28, 2006 and took effect immediately. O. Reg. 349/06 includes provisions that promote the use of green technologies, create more flexibility in the construction of small care homes; and update the list of applicable law.

For more information on the 2006 Building Code please visit the Building Code website: www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca

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PROPOSED ENERGY EFFICENCY: Full Height Basement Insulation

Over the next few years, Ontario’s Building Code will require increasing levels of energy efficiency for new building and buildings undergoing renovation. These requirements are part of the Government’s plan to create a greener Ontario and a culture of conservation. Phasing in these energy efficiency changes allows builders, building officials and others in the building industry time to prepare for the new requirements. The next phase of this plan will require that homes constructed based on permits applied for after December 31, 2008 include near full height insulated foundation walls. A new Best Practices Guide for the installation of Near-full Height Basement Insulation has been produced with the valuable assistance of the Ontario Home Builders Association, Ontario Building Code Officials Association, NAIMA Canada and others in the buiding sector. The guide will benefit home builders, designers, and enforcement officials by addressing Building Code, technical and practical issues associated with the details and installation of basement insulation.

FIRE SPRINKLERS IN LARGE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

On June 18, 2008 O. Reg 205/08 was filed. This regulation further amends the Building Code to require fire sprinklers in multiple-unit residential buildings over three storeys in height. The new requirements will apply to building permit applications filed on or after April 1, 2010. Building permit applications for residential buildings higher than three storeys submitted on or after that date must comply with the new fire sprinkler requirements. Ontario is increasing the fire-safety of new large residential buildings. Changes to the Building Code will require sprinkler systems in new condos and apartments higher than three storeys. The changes will bring the Building Code into greater harmony with the model National Building Code of Canada.

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Development Charges

The current development charges can be viewed on the Fee Schedule Page.

Links

• Ontario Building Officials Association
• Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• Ontario Building Code

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