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Accessibility design guide 2024

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current... More ≫

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current minimum accessibility design standards and practices. The resource explains the intents and objectives of each section of the code, as it relates to accessibility requirements, and recommend best practices where accessibility and safety are concerns to seniors and persons with disabilities.

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Private sewage systems installer certification list

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List of installers that hold a certificate to to obtain permits related to the installation of private sewage systems in Alberta.

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Alberta utilities industry profile

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Annual profiles of Alberta's utilities industry. Information and statistics on demographics, wages and employment trends and outlook are included.

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Notice : archive variance 21-ECV-006-112

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Mast sizes are addressed in the Canadian Electrical Code Part I and there is not sufficient evidence to support the use of smaller rigid steel conduit systems. Variance 21-ECV-006-112 does not... More ≫

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Mast sizes are addressed in the Canadian Electrical Code Part I and there is not sufficient evidence to support the use of smaller rigid steel conduit systems. Variance 21-ECV-006-112 does not consider increased energy demands or increased frequency of extreme weather events and will not be renewed when the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1-2024 is adopted in Alberta.

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Condominium developer requirements and filing a consumer complaint

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This fact sheet describes some of the requirements that condominium developers must meet, and explains how condominium purchasers can file a complaint with Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction... More ≫

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This fact sheet describes some of the requirements that condominium developers must meet, and explains how condominium purchasers can file a complaint with Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction if they believe their condominium developer has contravened their legislated duties.

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Selling time share contracts

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The Time Share Contracts Regulation under the Consumer Protection Act has been expanded to include the sale of points-based time share contracts. The name has been changed to the Time Share and... More ≫

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The Time Share Contracts Regulation under the Consumer Protection Act has been expanded to include the sale of points-based time share contracts. The name has been changed to the Time Share and Points-based Contracts and Business Regulation. This publication outlines the three different classes of licences to describe the different types of time share contracts that can be sold, the security and contract requirements, and cancellation rights.

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Door-to-door sales of energy related products and services

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In response to scams in which individuals have approached homeowners misrepresenting themselves as Government of Alberta inspectors, the Government of Alberta has banned direct sales... More ≫

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In response to scams in which individuals have approached homeowners misrepresenting themselves as Government of Alberta inspectors, the Government of Alberta has banned direct sales (door-to-door) of furnaces and related products and services (including water heaters, air conditioners, windows, energy contracts and energy audits), effective January 1, 2017. This tip sheet provides information for consumers to help protect themselves from these scams, and explains how to file a consumer complaint.

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Converted property study requirements for developers

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This fact sheet is intended to assist condominium developers in complying with requirements for the process of preparing a converted property study (CPS). Developers must provide a completed CPS... More ≫

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This fact sheet is intended to assist condominium developers in complying with requirements for the process of preparing a converted property study (CPS). Developers must provide a completed CPS to a purchaser of a condominium unit that is in a building converted from a former use. The CPS replaces the building assessment report that was required prior to July 1, 2021.

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Temporary onsite wastewater treatment system at work camps : guidance document

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Guidance document to clarify existing and new requirements for sewage treatment and disposal systems in the work camp industry. This guidance document applies to daily sewage effluent volumes of... More ≫

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Guidance document to clarify existing and new requirements for sewage treatment and disposal systems in the work camp industry. This guidance document applies to daily sewage effluent volumes of less than 25 cubic metres (5500 Imperial gallons).

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Notice : pre-assessment for relaxation of barrier-free requirements form

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As of October 1, 2020, the Pre-Assessment for Relaxation of Barrier-Free Requirements Form will no longer be required.

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