What delegation powers does the director have?

The director has the ability to delegate powers to public servants as part of their administrative responsibilities under the Ontario Building Code. This delegation is often necessary for the effective implementation and enforcement of building regulations, as it allows for the distribution of tasks among staff who may specialize in various areas of building oversight and compliance.

Public servants who receive delegated authority can carry out specific functions such as conducting inspections, issuing permits, and enforcing code compliance, which helps streamline operations within the building regulation framework. This practice is rooted in the need for efficiency and expertise in managing the complexities of building codes, ensuring that there are qualified individuals to handle different aspects of the building approval and inspection process.

Other options, such as delegating powers to private firms, revoking authority of registered code agencies, or imposing fines on builders, do not fall within the direct scope of the director’s powers. For instance, while the director may have oversight on registered code agencies, the authority to revoke their registration typically requires a formal process involving set criteria and may not be something that can be exercised at will. Similarly, the imposition of fines is generally part of a broader enforcement mechanism and may not be handled directly by the director.