none of this info from Mapleguard is correct.
1. building permits and inspections would add 1% to the cost of construction – not 10%
2. this is not factual, what is being considered allows for more flexible processes for owner-built homes
3. plumbing and electrical work do not need to be done by certified trades – owners can still do their own plumbing and electrical and there is no list of “approved” tradespeople that must be used
4. inspections do not limit an owners recourse on bad construction including on the RDN if inspector is negligent
5. having building inspection helps ensure that work is done properly – an added level of protection to the owner
Inspection only applies to new construction started after implementation of the expanded service. Buildings completed and/or underway prior would not be affected.
Get the real facts at the RDN public information and meetings scheduled over the next few weeks.
Paul Thorkelsson General Manager of Development Services Regional District of Nanaimo
Here is a story with Times and places for meetings
The PQ News story that the posting links to is not complete. The public information sessions are as listed below: On May 11 the Board approved a public consultation plan, including the following schedule for meetings and open houses:
Electoral Areas A and C
- All events at Cranberry Fire Hall – 1555 Morden Road South
Open House: May 20, 8:00am – 2:00pm
Open House: May 21, 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Public Information Meeting: June 10, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
- Electoral Area F All events at Bradley Centre — 975 Shearme Road, Coombs, BC
Open House: May 27, 8:00am – 2:00pm
Open House: May 28, 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Public information meeting: June 9, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
- Electoral Area H All events at Lighthouse Community Centre — 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay, BC
Open House: June 3, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Open House: June 4, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Public information meeting: June 7, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm