From Part 9 to Part 3: What Builders Need to Know

Description

📅 Tuesday, March 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (PDT)
📍 CHBA Central Interior Boardroom - 929 Laval Crescent
🎓 CPD: 1 point 

More builders are moving from single-family homes into multi-family and commercial projects — and that means stepping from Part 9 into Part 3 of the BC Building Code.

That jump comes with major changes.

In this practical session, Chief Building Official Marc Vere will explain the key differences between Part 9 and Part 3 buildings and what that means for your permits, consultants, and timelines.

What you will hear:

• When a project triggers Part 3
• What changes between Part 9 and Part 3
• Increased expectations for engineers and registered professionals
• Fire protection and life safety differences
• Common mistakes that cause permit delays
• Where applications typically get hung up

If you’re expanding into larger or commercial projects, this session will help you understand what changes, what the City is looking for, and how to avoid unnecessary back-and-forth during permit review.

Format: 1-hour presentation + Q&A
Presenter: Marc Vere, Chief Building Official, City of Kamloops

Seats are limited - register early!