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When I meet new customers and friends every day, I hear the same general question “What is BCIN?” “When BCIN is required?” and more. Here are some explanations to the public on some critical issues about selecting a company to provide you with the plans. Please note that this information applies only in the Province of Ontario.
What is BCIN?
A BCIN stands for ‘Building Code Identification Number “. This number is assigned by the local authorities and education Housing, to successful applicants who have completed the requirements described in the C series section 3.2 the Ontario Building code. There are two different types of BCIN numbers, individuals & companies. individuals are people who have completed their exams and have received BCIN of Marketing; however, they do not carry any insurance. as a result, this limits the types of tasks that a person can made. Companies BCIN on the other hand must carry valid liability insurance, and depending on the amount of design fees solid charges this year will dictate the required amount of insurance coverage they must have. Insurance is expensive but it is there to protect you then avoid working with companies that do not have it not. for most people, a home is the single biggest asset you; do you really want to get a plan from someone without insurance?
How do I know if I am choosing listed companies?
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing maintains a database of all registered owners BCIN. The registry is available through a system called liter. Once the Public Registry, this system allows you to search by a person’s name, company’s name or BCIN #. Once you find a company or individual, it will bring you to a page with information about the company. It displays mailing address and company contact information. At the bottom it should also show listings “recorded Designer ‘and position as” Current “. If it shows up as” fallen or slipped “this means that they either do not have valid insurance for the year, or they are late filing paperwork them.
Do I need an architect or engineer for my project?
probably not! the massive changes to the system in recent years, opening the door for the new title has been; designers. Architects & Engineers are not required for any project less than 600m² (6458 sq.ft.) and less than 4 high. for most residential and small commercial projects, you do not have an architect or engineer. However, , and this is important, if the project involves serious structural changes, the engineer can request the municipality to revise the plans. On this note, it is BCIN test that these demands! If the design business is a registered company in the category “Building Structures ‘they can complete programs.
When do I need a BCIN ‘stamp ‘ for my project?
Depending on the type of project you may or may not have BCIN number of drawings. You do not BCIN numbers if the project relates to the construction of the building which is owned by producing drawings or if it relates to farm building less than 3 floors. There are several other examples, but these are probably the two most important. I often hear homeowners ask just to make drawings for permits (not stamp). This is allowed, but as a homeowner you must be knowledgeable about the drawings (after all, you are claiming that you have produced them). It’s okay to admit that the municipality you hired someone to pull them for you, but at the end of the day you will be responsible to ensure that the drawings meets code. If the city has approved the building permit based on drawings and you continue to build the project drawings only to later find out that there is a problem, you will be on the hook to make all the changes necessary to pass inspection. Most companies charge from $ 200 to $ 2,000 for use BCIN number of drawings. This may seem expensive but it is a security blanket that will keep you safe and ensure that the drawings meets code! I also personally apply for permits and handle all the paperwork on behalf of my client when I charge this fee; most people vote and no one likes to stand in line for half a day to submit paperwork to the City.
I hope that this will help to clarify any questions you may have had about the requirements have someone produce a building permit for your project. I look forward to working with you, and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask!
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Source by Brian Fawcett