Notice of Building Code Transition

The 2024 Ontario Building Code (OBC) replaces the 2012 Ontario Building Code (as amended). These changes aim to improve safety standards, energy efficiency, and accessibility in buildings. The new OBC moves closer to the National Building Code as Ontario continues to try to align its regulations with the National Building Code to enhance consistency across the country.

Transition Rules

The 2024 Building Code comes into effect on January 1, 2025, with a three-month transition period until March 31, 2025. Please note the following key transition period dates:

Applications submitted up to and on December 31, 2024

• All building permit applications must be submitted using the 2012 Building Code.

Applications submitted from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025

• Permit applications may be submitted using the new 2024 Building Code or the 2012 Building Code. If you are choosing the 2012 code, then you need to submit a complete application before April 1st. Please visit the North Perth Building website to verify that all required forms and documents are completed, ensuring your application is fully submitted.

Effective April 1, 2025

• All building permit applications must be submitted using the 2024 Building Code.

Visit the Government of Ontario’s 2024 Ontario Building Code webpage or visit www.northperth.ca/building for more information. 

For more information, please contact:

Sally McMullen, Chief Building Official
Municipality of North Perth
building@northperth.ca
(519) 291-2950