What is expected from municipalities in terms of the appointment of inspectors?

Municipalities are tasked with ensuring that the provisions of the building code and associated regulations are effectively enforced. To achieve this, they are required to appoint the necessary inspectors who are equipped to carry out inspections and ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code. This is crucial because the role of inspectors extends to reviewing plans, conducting site inspections, and ensuring that construction practices align with safety standards and building regulations.

The need for municipalities to appoint multiple inspectors reflects the diverse nature of building projects and the specificity of inspections required for different types of construction work. By having a team of inspectors, municipalities can ensure more thorough oversight and timely responses to compliance issues.

This understanding highlights the importance of having sufficient personnel for enforcement rather than focusing on singular appointments, training responsibilities, or self-conducted inspections, which do not fully capture the responsibilities municipalities hold in the appointment of inspectors.