Written by two professionals with over 45 years of combined experience in building code regulations and enforcement , the Code and Design Guide for Housing Second Edition was created to assist builders, inspectors, site superintendents, technology students and other industry stakeholders in understanding the requirements of the Ontario Building Code 2006 for the design of a house.
Preface
Administrative Requirements of the Ontario Building Code 2006
9.1. Application
9.3. Materials, Systems and Equipment
9.4. Structural Requirements
9.5. Design of Areas and Spaces
9.6. Doors
9.7. Windows and Skylights
9.8. Stairs and Landings
9.9. Means of Egress (Exiting)
9.10. Fire Protection
9.11. Sound Control
9.12. Excavation
9.13. Damproofing, Waterproofing and Soil Gas Control
9.14. Drainage
9.15. Footings and Foundations
9.16. Floors-on-Ground
9.17. Columns
9.18. Crawl Spaces
9.19. Roof Spaces
9.20. Masonry Veneer
9.23. Wood-Frame Construction
9.25. Heat Transfer, Air leakage and Condensation Control
12.3.2. Thermal Insulation for Buildings of Residential Occupancy
9.26. Roofing
9.27. Cladding
9.29. Interior Wall and Ceiling Finishes
9.30. Flooring
9.31. Plumbing Facilities
9.32. Ventilation
9.33. Heating and Air-Conditioning
9.34. Electrical Facilities
9.40. Reinforced Concrete Slabs
Builidng Code Act, 1992
O. Reg. 350/06 (relevant portions)
DIVISION A Compliance, Objectives and Functional Statements
Part 1 Compliance and General
Part 2 Objectives
Part 3 Functional Statements
DIVISION B Acceptable Solutions
Part 1 General
Part 6 Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning
Part 9 Housing and Small Buildings
Part 12 Resource Conservation
DIVISION C Administrative Provisions
Part 1 General
Part 2 Alternative Solutions, Disputes, Rulings and Interpretations
Part 3 Qualifications
Part 4 Transition, Revocation and Commencement
APPENDICES
Appendix A Permit Application and Schedule 1
Appendix B Qualification Requirements
Appendix C Housing Checklist
Anthony M. Boyko is a Manager of Building Code Inspections with the town of Markham and has a combined Building Code regulatory experience of over 25 years.
Steve J. Penna is the Manager of Inspections for the City of Brampton's Building Division and has over 23 years experience administering and enforcing the Ontario Building Code.