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Provincial guidance to construction sites during COVID-19
The Provincial Government has released guidance to construction sites operating during COVID-19 to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission and to protect the health of employees. Read More
What you should know about the new secondary suite requirements
In December 2019, the BC Building Code released revisions to secondary suite requirements. Read More
Potential Drainage Issues with Landscape on Slab Including Green Roofs
Does your development have landscaping that directs runoff to a watercourse or the District of Squamish (District) storm system? See the diagram above for examples. Read More
Building Smart: 2018 BC Building Code Changes workshop and webinar series
Mandatory changes to the BC Building Code take effect December 10, 2018. Read More
Change of plans?
If you have an open building permit and wish to submit revised drawings, an additional plan processing fee of $90. 00 will apply. Read More
Dust control: What you should know
With summer weather arriving sooner than expected this year, the District is issuing a notice for active construction or site alteration sites to ensure that there are dust mitigation measures… Read More
Workshop: Building Better with the Energy Step Code
The District of Squamish Building Department and the Community Energy Association invite you to attend the Building Better with the Energy Step Code workshop on May 28 from 7:30 a. Read More
Installing a building drainage system?
Drainage systems for buildings are regulated under the BC Building Code. Read More
What you should know about the BC Energy Step Code
The BC Energy Step Code will be in effect in the District of Squamish beginning July 1, 2018. Read More
Reduced invasive plant tipping fees introduced for Invasive-free Certified businesses
On February 6, Council adopted an amendment to the District of Squamish Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2012, 2017 Amendment Bylaw No. Read More