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The Safety Codes branch provides the services and advice essential to see the safe and successful completion of construction and renovation projects, including all construction permitting and inspections.
Apply online through E-Permitting or by visiting Safety Codes at 9909 Franklin Avenue during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Altering, demolishing, constructing, relocating or making changes to an occupancy are only some of the processes that require a building permit.
Installing, altering, or adding to an electrical, gas, gas appliance vent, plumbing, or private sewage system will also require a permit within that discipline.
Occupying a building or portion of a building will require an occupancy permit.
Can I start my project before the permit is granted?
No. You must wait for the permit to be issued before starting the work.
A permit is valid for one year from issuance, subject to the work commencing within 90 days and not suspended or abandoned for more than 120 days.
I didn't finish my project in time. Can I extend my permit? For how long?
Upon receipt of a written request from the applicant, an extension of 90 days may be granted.
Why are homeowner's fees higher than contractor's fees?
Since homeowners are typically not qualified tradespeople, homeowner's fees are slightly higher than contractor's fees to reflect the additional assistance Safety Codes Officers provide homeowners during the inspection process.
What is a stop work notice? When is it issued?
A notice to stop work may be issued by a Safety Codes Officer if the work being performed is non-compliant with the Safety Codes Act. This can include starting work without permits or constructing in non-compliance with the code. Stop work notices are issued to the permit holder or owner.
A re-inspection fee is an additional fee imposed for reasons such as:
Fees are payable through your e-permitting account.
A municipal tag may be issued to a person that is believed to have contravened any part of the Safety Codes Permitting Bylaw. The fee payment is due within 14 days of receiving the tag.
Fees are payable at pay.rwmb.ca.
If a penalty on an issued municipal tag is not paid in time or a person is still in contravention of the Safety Codes Permitting Bylaw, a Peace Officer may issue a violation ticket to that person. A violation ticket is payable in provincial court.
What is the process for submitting a complaint about a Safety Codes Officer or Safety Codes issue?
Complaints may be submitted by completing an online form at safetycodes.ab.ca.
Once received, your complaint will be reviewed in accordance with applicable legislation and municipal procedures. You may be contacted for additional information during the review process.
The Alberta Safety Codes Act establishes a unifying framework for the administration of 10 safety disciplines, which each have their own safety codes and standards.
The Alberta Safety Codes Council is responsible to the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs and works under authority of the Safety Codes Act, which was passed in June 1991.
Since 1993, the Safety Codes Council has been responsible for all aspects of the safety system, including accrediting the municipalities, corporations and agencies that sell permits and inspect the work carried out under these permits; certifying and training Safety Codes Officers who do the inspections; administering the Alberta Master Electrician Program, as well as developing, enhancing and supporting Information Technology safety system applications.
Safety Codes Officers inspect the construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of structures and systems to ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations. Safety Codes Officers are involved with the elements of public safety covered by the Safety Codes Act.
This is a document issued by a planner in the Planning and Development department. Before some work can commence, development approval must be granted by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo under its Land Use Bylaw authorizing development, including excavation, stockpiling, building additions and a change in use or intensity of the use of the land or building, to proceed.
The Plans Examiner reviews plans and specifications for compliance with codes and ordinances and meets and confers with the applicants at the permit services counter. The examiner reviews building plans and specification for construction, improvement, repair and change of use.
A levy is collected on each permit issued and given to the Alberta Safety Codes Council. The permit levies structure for building, plumbing, gas and electrical permits will be a minimum of $4.50 or four per cent of the permit cost (whichever is greater up to a maximum of $560).
Safety Codes Permits ensure that construction and installation work complies with applicable safety standards, codes, and regulations. They also require inspections to verify the work is done correctly, helping protect the safety of occupants, the public, and property.
The Safety Codes Permitting Bylaw (Bylaw No. 17/023) establishes requirements for safety code permitting in the Municipality.
Uniform Quality Management Plan (UQMP)
A Uniform Quality Management Plan is a document in which an organization (e.g. municipality, regional services commission, corporation, agency) describes the disciplines (or parts of disciplines) and extent of safety services it intends to provide when it becomes accredited.
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