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Squamish Building Bylaw Update: Adopting the Zero Carbon Step Code
Energy Step Code relaxed in response to changes following community consultation An update to Section 17 of the Building Bylaw to include Zero Carbon Step Code (ZCSC) standards and relax Energy… Read More
New R1 Zone to be considered for adoption, Dust Abatement, Soil Permitting FAQ
An update to the zoning bylaw to increase density standards across the District will be considered for adoption by Council on Tuesday, June 18. Read More
HPSC's Retrofitting with a House-as-a-System Approach
HPSC's Retrofitting with a House-as-a-System Approach - May 31, 2024 This course is an introduction to retrofitting with a whole-home, or house-as-a-system, approach to both create better homes for your clients… Read More
Adopting the Zero Carbon Step Code for New Homes in Squamish
The Zero Carbon Step Code (ZCSC) is a provincial building standard that is part of the BC Building Code. Read More
Reminder for site upkeep this season
Seasonal construction work can pose unique challenges in Squamish. Read More
Asbestos certification and licensing requirements now in effect
WorkSafeBC is implementing mandatory training and licensing for asbestos abatement work to help keep workers safe from the danger of asbestos. Read More
Council adopts changes to District of Squamish Building Bylaw on Energy Step Code requirements
Council adopted an amendment to part 17. Read More
New BC Building Code comes into effect March 2024
The BC Codes 2024 will come into effect on March 8, 2024, and will apply to building permits applied for on or after that date. Read More
The next Builders' Breakfast is September 20
Sea to Sky CHBA invites all local contractors to the next Builders' Breakfast on Wednesday, September 20 from 7:15 to 10 a. m. Read More
Invasive Species Disposal
Is your site planning on clearing invasive species? Did you know that companies that are certified by the Sea to Sky Invasive Species Council pay a lower tipping fee to bring… Read More