Dimensions for Risers

(1)  The rise, which is measured as the vertical nosing-to-nosing distance, shall conform to Table 9.8.4.1. Table 9.8.4.1.Rise for Rectangular Treads, Tapered Treads and Winders and Run for Rectangular Treads Forming Part of Sentences 9.8.4.1.(1) and 9.8.4.2.(1) Notes to Table 9.8.4.1.: (1) Private stairs are:     (a)   interior stairs within a house or an individual dwelling unit, […]
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Dimensions for Runs and Rectangular Treads

(1)  The run for rectangular treads shall conform to Table 9.8.4.1.                (2)  The depth of a rectangular tread shall be not less than its run and not more than its run plus 25 mm. Article 9.8.4.2 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Dimensions for Tapered Treads

Dimensions for Tapered Treads (1)  Except as provided in Sentence (2) and Articles 9.8.4.5. and 9.8.4.5A., tapered treads shall have a run that,     (a)   is not less than 150 mm at the narrow end of the tread, and     (b)   complies with the dimensions for rectangular treads specified in Table 9.8.4.1. when measured at a […]
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Elements of the Second Plane of Protection (Flashing)

Elements of the Second Plane of Protection     (1)  The second plane of protection shall consist of a drainage plane with appropriate inner boundary and flashing to dissipate rainwater to the exterior.     (2)  The inner boundary of the drainage plane shall comply with,     (a)   Articles 9.27.3.2. to 9.27.3.6., or     (b)   Subsection 9.27.13.     (3)  The […]
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Entrance of cables into boxes, cabinets, and fittings

Entrance of cables into boxes, cabinets, and fittings 1) Where cables pass through the walls of boxes, cabinets, or fittings, provision shall be made to a) protect the insulation on the conductors from damage;b) protect terminal connections from external strain;c) provide electrical continuity between a metal box, cabinet, or fitting and conduit, armour, or metal […]
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Exterior Concrete Stairs

Exterior Concrete Stairs (1)  Exterior concrete stairs with more than two risers and two treads shall be,     (a)   supported on unit masonry or concrete walls or piers not less than 150 mm in cross-section, or     (b)   cantilevered from the main foundation wall.     (2)  Stairs described in Sentence (1), when cantilevered from the foundation wall, […]
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Exterior Stairs

Exterior Stairs Exterior stairs can be wood or concrete. Concrete stairs with more than two risers must be supported on piers or cantilevered from the foundation wall. The dimensions of risers and treads for exterior stairs are the same as for interior stairs. Concrete for exterior stairs must have a compressive strength of at least […]
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