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In force 6
These already apply. Each line says what it means for you.
- Small-scale multi-unit housing: Bill 25 widens zones that must allow 3–6 unitsMore lots can legally host 3–6 units without rezoning.
- Buy Canadian policy: Canadian steel, aluminum and wood on large federal constructionFederal departments commissioning large construction must evaluate bids with Canadian content and materials criteria, with exceptions for major delays or no Canadian supply.
- Building Canada Act fast-tracks federal approvals for designated national interest projectsProponents of listed national interest projects get one consolidated federal authorization document instead of separate permits.
- GST/HST rebate of up to $50,000 for first-time buyers of new homesAn owner-builder who is a first-time buyer may claim the rebate if construction started on or after March 20, 2025.
- BC Building Code 2024 seismic and adaptable-dwelling rules take effectIn-stream projects designed under the 2018 code must apply for permits before March 8, 2027 to avoid redesign.
- Underused Housing Tax ended from the 2025 calendar yearNo UHT return or tax for 2025 onward, but any unfiled 2022–2024 returns and penalties are still owed.
Announced 2
Passed or proposed, not in force yet. Dates can change. Each line says what it means for you.
- BC Construction Prompt Payment Act passed (not yet in force)Once in force, pay proper invoices within 28 days or issue a non-payment notice within 14 days.
- 2025 National Model Codes published (not yet law until adopted)Future renovations may trigger energy efficiency upgrades once a province adopts the alteration provisions.