The Ontario Building Code (OBC) plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency of buildings throughout the province. It provides guidelines and regulations for the construction, renovation, and maintenance of various structures. As of 2023, the OBC has undergone significant updates to address emerging technologies, enhance sustainability, and improve occupant comfort. In this blog post, we will delve into some of the key changes introduced in the 2023 Ontario Building Code.
Energy Efficiency
Building your dream home or cottage takes more than a vision board and a payment schedule - it requires months of planning and discussions with your team of experts to go through every detail that will make this building work for you and your family. At Cedar Winds, we’ve established a rock-solid design process to help guide you through each decision, but the long checklist of selections can still be overwhelming. These 10 tips will help you feel prepared for each meeting.
1. Have a clear vision of your design style
Haliburton County is home to hundreds of beautiful lakes, and through each passing season, these waters are the heart and soul of the residents who live here. In recent months there have been concerns raised about the presence of algae in these lakes we so deeply love and enjoy. With environmental care informing each meeting, the Haliburton County Home Builders' Association wants to learn more about the relationship between human habitation and algae growth. Under the guidance of the HCHBA, a study was commissioned procuring a scientific report of algal blooms in Haliburton County.