The Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations

The Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations is an important document for professional engineers.  A users’ guide to the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations is available.  This guide gives you an overview of the Regulations and outlines the rules for constructing a new building or making changes to an existing building.

Here is some of the information found in the user’s guide:

• repeals, interpretation, scope, definitions and administration
• responsibilities and obligations
• amendments to national codes
• accessibility
• alternate compliance methods for existing buildings