Resources for Building in the CVRD

Common Contacts

Organization   Phone Number
Agricultural Land Commission ALR parcels 1-800-663-7867
Architectural Institute of BC Find an Architect  
Association of BC Land Surveyors Find a Surveyor  
BC Assessment Review property assessments in BC  
BC Housing New Home Warranty 1-800-407-7757
Energy Step Code Step Code and Finding an Energy Advisor  
Engineers & Geoscientists BC Find an Engineer or Geotech  
Island Health - Sewerage Information Requirements for sewerage systems and FAQ 250-737-2010
Island Health - Drinking Water Information Water supply systems regulation 250-737-2010
Islands Trust Projects on CVRD Gulf Islands 1-800-663-7867
BC Land Title & Survey Find property titles, documents, and surveys registered 1-877-577-5872
Technical Safety BC Gas & Electrical Permitting 1-866-566-7233

Legislation for Building and Development in BC

Act  
Building Act Building in BC, BC Building Codes, and Building Inspection
Local Government Act Legal framework for Local Governments
Drinking Water Protection Act Regulation of drinking water (wells and water systems)
Sewerage System Regulation Regulation of sewerage, health hazards, and systems