Codes and Regulations 2

Course code DRFT 1275

Credit 1.0

Length 30.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course students are introduced to Part 9 of the Vancouver Building Bylaw (VBBL) and to the Zoning and Development Bylaw RM-5 as it applies to multi-family dwellings. Students develop a preliminary site plan layout to determine the allowable building coverage and size as determined by the VBBL.

This course is part of the full-time Architectural Technician, Civil/Structural Technician, Steel Detailing Technician Certificate Programs.

Prerequisites

DRFT 1272, DRFT 1274.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Introduction to the VBBL and Part 9
  • Introduction to Zoning & Development Bylaw RM-5
  • Building areas and floor space ratios (FSR)
  • Multi family residential building construction practices
  • Plot plan layout

Course schedules

Select your program to see the available course schedules.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.