From the Government of Nova Scotia on the Proposed Building Code Amendment - 

"Nova Scotians planning new construction or renovation projects will have more time to adapt to pending new building code requirements in the province.

Amendments to the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations that were proposed to take effect January 1 will be adopted at a later date to allow more time for education and training. The decision was based on public consultations and will support the transition to the new requirements in the planning and development of projects."

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