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Overview
The plumbing discipline establishes and interprets the codes, standards and respective regulations under the Safety Codes Act.
Municipal Affairs works with the Safety Codes Council to develop and provide information to the plumbing industry.
Code in force
The plumbing discipline code currently in force is:
- National Plumbing Code of Canada 2020 – in force on April 1, 2023
Historical codes
- National Plumbing Code of Canada 2015 – In force from on January 1, 2017 to March 31, 2023
- National Plumbing Code of Canada 2010 – In force from September 7, 2012 to December 31, 2016
- National Plumbing Code of Canada 2005 – In force from September 2, 2007 to September 6, 2012
- National Plumbing Code of Canada 1995 – In force from November 1, 1997 to September 1, 2007
Notices
Notices related to plumbing codes:
- Notice: 2020 National Plumbing Code came into force on April 1, 2023
- Alternative Solutions Guide for Small System Reclaimed Water Reuse
Certified contractors
Contractors may require a Restricted Certificate of Competency “R” for sewer and water services in Alberta.
Contractors who hold a Private Sewage Certificate “PS” or a Restricted Private Sewage Certificate “RPS” are also qualified to install sewer and water services in Alberta.
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