This handout is prepared for your convenience as a general guide to the requirements for building a deck.
Bc building code deck construction.
Please consult bc building code for specific requirements.
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Minimal nominal 1 thick riser material.
Central saanich land use bylaw building bylaw and the bc building code for specific requirements.
The bc building code bcbc is a provincial regulation that governs how new construction building alterations repairs and demolitions are completed.
Maximum 36 oc solid stringer spacing for 2 thick treads.
Deck building code tips.
Construction of wood decks or balconies to review and comply with british columbia s building code.
Plan details residential deck construction 1903 mt.
Maximum nosing of 0 75 to 1 25 maximum nosing radius of 9 16 open risers.
This code establishes minimum requirements for safety health accessibility fire and structural protection of buildings and energy and water efficiency.
The building act and regulations including other building regulations outside the bc codes.
Requirements for building officials who oversee and may enforce the building code through local bylaws.
The bc building and plumbing code which set the technical requirements for building construction throughout b c.
The bc building code applies to the construction of buildings including additions substantial alterations buildings undergoing a change for occupancy and upgrading of buildings to remove an unacceptable hazard.
Maximum opening of 4 closed risers.
British columbia building code bcbc dictates the structural requirements for exterior decks and balconies including stairs and guardrails.
Maximum 18 oc notched stringer spacing for 2 or 5 4 thick treads.
Demolition and or tree removal permits to be.
All plans submitted with permit applications shall include the name and address of the designer.
Bc building code 2018.