Zero Carbon Step Code
Zero Carbon Step Code requirements take effect January 1, 2026. See ‘Updates and bylaw changes’ below for details.
Our Building Division is responsible for enforcing the BC Building and Plumbing Codes as well as local bylaws related to building construction. We oversee:
- Building permits and inspections
- Business licence administration
- Investigation of building-related complaints
- Technical review of development applications
We’re here to help ensure construction in our community is safe, code-compliant, and aligned with municipal regulations.
Updates and bylaw changes
Related links
- Application forms
- Building Bylaw
- Business Licence Bylaw [PDF/1.1MB]
- Development Cost Charges Bylaw [PDF/92KB]
- Development Procedures Bylaw No. 3106, 2023 [PDF/3.6MB]
- Downtown Courtenay Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw [PDF/1.3MB]
- Fill Placement and Soil Removal Bylaw [PDF/173KB]
- Official Community Plan
- Pesticide Use Bylaw [PDF/47KB]
- Road permits
- Sign Bylaw [PDF/1.1MB]
- Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw [PDF/11.4MB]
- Tree Protection Bylaw [PDF/425KB]
- Zoning Bylaw 2500, 2007 [PDF/4.9MB]