IMPACT OF OBJECTIVE-BASED CODES IN CANADA

摘要

Building regulatory systems around the world are rapidly evolving in response to changing stakeholder needs and political environments. The common benefit resulting from these changes is the introduction of greater transparency and flexibility for building code users. This is achieved through the explicit statement of the objectives or goals of the regulations and clearer feedback mechanisms that allow more informed input and decision-making on the acceptability of proposed building solutions. These characteristics are an important feature for those wanting to encourage innovation and the safe advancement of new technologies.