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BC Building Code Railing Requirements 2025–2026: The Vancouver Homeowner’s Complete Guide
LOUEI Metal Arts•February 2026

BC Building Code Railing Requirements 2025–2026: The Vancouver Homeowner’s Complete Guide

A plain-language guide to Vancouver & BC guard (railing) rules: when a guard is required, 900 mm vs 1,070 mm heights, the 100 mm sphere rule, stair triangle limits, structural loads, and the September 2025 Vancouver by-law update that impacts horizontal/cable railings.

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Do You Need a Permit to Replace Deck Railings in Vancouver? A 2026 Guide
LOUEI Metal Arts•February 2026

Do You Need a Permit to Replace Deck Railings in Vancouver? A 2026 Guide

A plain-language guide to when railing replacement permits apply across Metro Vancouver—like-for-like swaps, system changes (glass/cable), strata approvals, and the real-world risks of skipping permits.

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Cable vs. Glass Railings: Which Is Better for BC Weather?
LOUEI Metal Arts•February 2026

Cable vs. Glass Railings: Which Is Better for BC Weather?

A Vancouver fabricator's honest comparison based on climate data, maintenance, and the 2025–2026 building code.

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