Building Code Regulations

NOTICE is hereby given that amendments to the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations (the Building Code) made pursuant to the Building Code Act, chapter 46, R.S.N.S., 1989 are anticipated to be prescribed by the Minister of Growth and Development, to come into effect throughout the Province of Nova Scotia on or about August 1, 2025.

The proposed amendments are required to enhance productivity and accelerate new modular housing and reduce interprovincial trade barriers.

Written comments on the proposed amendments to the Regulations are welcome on or before July 14, 2025, and should be forwarded to:            Senior Advisor, Codes and Standards at buildingcodes@novascotia.ca. 

Copies of the proposed amendments to the regulations are available for inspection at HERE.

Copies are available from the Department of Growth and Development by emailing buildingcodes@novascotia.ca.