Building codes establish predictable and consistent minimum standards that are applied to the quality and durability of construction and construction materials across the province and country. The codes and bylaws all have the same purpose: to protect the health safety and welfare of the building’s occupants.

Federal Government

The federal government sets the base for all building standards through National Building Code.

National Building Code addresses:

  • Safety
  • Health
  • Accessibility
  • Fire and structure protections
  • Environment

Free National Code Digital Access Here

Provincial Government

The provincial government sets province-wide standards through The Construction Codes Act, approves supplemental standards set by municipalities and licences building officials. Saskatchewan Construction Standards Appeal Board hears appeals from building owners regarding application of accessibility standards and compliance orders issued by building officials.

Construction Legislation and Regulations:

Municipal Authority

The City of Regina administers and enforces standards and regulations, including National Building Code, The Construction Codes Regulations and Building Bylaw. Licensed building officials work for the municipality.

Building Bylaw:

  • Establishes permit system, including timelines
  • Adopts supplemental building standards specific to needs of municipality such as methods of construction to accommodate soil conditions

Zoning Bylaw:

  • Oversees and provides regulations concerning the identification of land use zones
  • Regulates the construction, reconstruction, alteration and use of buildings, structures and land

Property Owner

The property owner is responsible for ensuring their building complies with all building and accessibility standards. Professional designers (architects, engineers) work for the building owner.

Each municipality is responsible for the enforcement of these codes, acts, and regulations in the area in which it has jurisdiction. As part of its building permit process the City of Regina reviews and approves plans for construction that meet building codes and bylaws. The City of Regina will also conduct inspections during construction to verify that building code regulations have been followed.

Building permits are reviewed and inspected as to the 2015 National Building Code. The City of Regina implemented appropriate code review and compliance following the Province of Saskatchewan’s adoption of all parts of the 2015 National Building Code.

Not all bylaws involving building or construction are listed here. For more information, call 306-777-7000 or use our online Contact Us form.

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National Building Code
The federal government sets the base for all building standards.
The Construction Codes Act
The provincial government sets province-wide standards.
Building Bylaw
The Building Bylaw was established to regulate buildings in the city.
Zoning Bylaw
The Zoning Bylaw provides regulations concerning the construction, reconstruction, alteration and use of buildings, structures and land.
Development Permits
Development permit applications determine if the use of land, building or other structures may be developed at a specific location.
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