Who is the chief building official for areas under Ontario's jurisdiction?

The chief building official for areas under Ontario's jurisdiction is responsible for overseeing the enforcement of the Ontario Building Code within their municipality. This role involves reviewing building plans, issuing permits, and ensuring that construction projects comply with safety, health, and environmental standards as outlined in the code.

The title "chief building official" specifically refers to this designated position within municipal governance, which ensures accountability for building safety and code compliance. This individual often carries the authority to make important decisions regarding building inspections, maintenance of standards, and enforcement of regulations that govern construction practices.

While the other roles mentioned may play important parts in the broader context of construction and infrastructure, they do not specifically hold the responsibilities tied to overseeing building code enforcement and compliance at the municipal level. The municipal building inspector carries out inspections but operates under the authority of the chief building official. The chief architect and the Deputy Minister focus on different roles within architectural design and governmental administration, respectively, rather than on direct enforcement of the building code.