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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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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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Affordable and attainable housing : how modular and manufactured homes can be part of the solution

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This information brief provides information on how modular and manufactured homes can help address the need for affordable housing in Alberta.

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Notice : new Alberta codes editions

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Notes that National Building Code – 2023 Alberta Edition and the National Fire Code – 2023 Alberta Edition are now available and discusses the transition period for implementation of both codes as... More ≫

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Notes that National Building Code – 2023 Alberta Edition and the National Fire Code – 2023 Alberta Edition are now available and discusses the transition period for implementation of both codes as well as the National Energy Code for Buildings 2020.

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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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Notice : 2020 National Plumbing Code of Canada

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Notice to inform interested parties that the National Plumbing Code of Canada 2020 comes into force on April 1, 2023 and is applicable throughout the Province of Alberta.

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New Home Buyer Protection Review engagement : what we heard

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In 2022, the Government of Alberta engaged with Albertans and industry partners to understand home owner concerns and to identify potential ways to improve protections for Albertans purchasing new... More ≫

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In 2022, the Government of Alberta engaged with Albertans and industry partners to understand home owner concerns and to identify potential ways to improve protections for Albertans purchasing new homes. Through targeted sessions and an online public survey, the Government of Alberta gathered feedback on home buyer protection policies and programs that were implemented to ensure new homes meet construction safety and quality standards. This report summarizes the what was heard through these engagements.

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Notice : upcoming new Alberta codes editions

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Notice to inform interested parties that the province is updating its construction codes based on the 2020 National Building Code, National Fire Code and National Energy Code for Buildings, which... More ≫

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Notice to inform interested parties that the province is updating its construction codes based on the 2020 National Building Code, National Fire Code and National Energy Code for Buildings, which were published by the National Research Council in March 2022.

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STANDATA : plumbing safety variance

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STANDATA are developed and issued by Alberta Municipal Affairs to support the consistent application of codes and standards under the Safety Codes Act. STANDATA are issued as interpretations,... More ≫

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STANDATA are developed and issued by Alberta Municipal Affairs to support the consistent application of codes and standards under the Safety Codes Act. STANDATA are issued as interpretations, variances or information bulletins that may apply province-wide or to specific sites for any thing, process or activity regulated by the Act. This record contains STANDATA on plumbing safety variances.

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Notice : private sewage : Alberta private sewage systems standard of practice 2021 update training

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This notice informs the private sewage industry of the options available to complete the required Standard of Practice update training. The update training must be successfully completed in order... More ≫

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This notice informs the private sewage industry of the options available to complete the required Standard of Practice update training. The update training must be successfully completed in order to renew an individual's Certificate of Competency, commonly referred to as a Private Sewage (PS) ticket. The update training must be completed by October 31, 2022.

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