Mastering Part 11 - Renovations in the OBC

Renovations don’t always follow a neat path—and neither does the Code. This one-day workshop is built specifically for those working with existing buildings in Ontario, offering practical, step-by-step guidance on how to apply Part 11 of the OBC with confidence.

Designed for building officials, designers, and engineers, the course focuses on the real-world challenges of working with renovation projects, mixed-scope work, and unclear compliance expectations. You’ll learn how to classify buildings, evaluate performance levels, apply compensating construction, and navigate compliance alternatives when traditional Code paths fall short.

Whether you're new to Part 11 or looking to refine your approach, this session will give you the tools to make clear, consistent, and defensible decisions for renovation projects—no guesswork required.

Available Course Dates

Mastering Part 11 - Renovations in the OBC

November 25, 2025

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Course Details

What you'll learn:

- Identify when Part 11 applies and distinguish it from other compliance options

- Navigate the full structure and flow of Part 11

- Classify existing buildings and proposed work accurately

- Determine performance level impacts and apply compensating construction

- Analyze projects with multiple occupancies or mixed-scope renovations

- Use compliance alternatives appropriately and defensibly

- Make consistent, code-based decisions—especially when projects don’t fit a neat category

Who this course is designed for:

Building Officials and Plans Examiners

Engineers and Architects

BCIN-Qualified Designers

Format and Delivery:

Duration: 6 instructional hours + 1-hour lunch break
Delivery: Live in-person OR virtual via Microsoft Teams
Includes: Instructor-led training, quizzes, group case study, and downloadable resources

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Part 11
Clarifies scope, purpose, and how Part 11 fits into the overall OBC compliance structure.

Module 2: Classification of Existing Buildings
Step-by-step classification including construction and hazard indexes.

Module 3: Proposed Construction + Performance Level
How various renovation types trigger different obligations—and when compensating construction applies.

Module 4: Compliance Alternatives
A deep dive into Subsection 11.5, including documentation and application strategies.

Wrap-Up: Case Study and Group Discussion
Apply everything you've learned through a complex, real-world case study.

FAQ

What if I can't attend in person?

We deliver every training session live in a hybrid format. If you cannot attend in person, join us online via Microsoft Teams. Online participants still get to join in on the discussions and interact with other members. You can get the full training experience from your home or office when we use our Meeting Owl camera. With this approach to hybrid collaboration, you will see the full 360 degree view of the training room and be able to participate with the group live in real time.

Will I have access to course material after the workshop?

All participants will have the ability to download all of the course material, including the presentation, activities and quizzes, for two weeks after the course date.

Are there prerequisites?

There are no prerequisites for this course. It is our intention to design the course in a way that benefits participants of all experience levels. In fact, we find that the best discussions often happen when a course has a wide range of experience levels between participants.

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