Cladding Fastener Materials

Cladding Fastener Materials (1)  Nails or staples for the attachment of cladding and wood trim shall be corrosion-resistant and shall be compatible with the cladding material. Article 9.27.5.5 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code, Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only
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Compressive Strength Concrete Block

Compressive Strength Concrete Block (1)  The compressive strength of concrete blocks shall conform to Table 9.20.2.7. Table 9.20.2.7.Compressive Strength of Concrete Blocks Forming Part of Sentence 9.20.2.7.(1) Article and Table 9.20.2.7 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Concrete Units Exposed to the Weather

Concrete Units Exposed to the Weather (1)  Concrete blocks exposed to the weather shall have weight and water absorption characteristics conforming to Classes A, B, C or D, described in CSA A165.1, “Concrete Block Masonry Units”. Article 9.20.2.6 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Continuity of the Air Barrier System

Continuity of the Air Barrier System (1)  Where the air barrier system consists of an air-impermeable panel-type material, all joints shall be sealed to minimize air leakage.     (2)  Where the air barrier system consists of flexible sheet material, all joints shall be,     (a)   sealed with compatible material such as tape or flexible sealant, or     […]
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Corbelling

(1)  Corbelling of masonry foundation walls supporting cavity walls shall conform to Article 9.20.12.2. Article 9.15.4.8 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Corbelling for Masonry Veneer

Corbelling for Masonry Veneer     (1)  Masonry veneer resting on a bearing support shall not project more than 25 mm beyond the supporting base where the veneer is at least 90 mm thick, and 12 mm beyond the supporting base where the veneer is less than 90 mm thick.     (2)  In the case of rough stone […]
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Corbelling Masonry

Corbelling Masonry (1)  All corbelling shall consist of solid masonry units. (2)  The units referred to in Sentence (1) shall be corbelled so that the horizontal projection of any unit does not exceed 25 mm and the total projection does not exceed one-third of the total wall thickness. Article 9.20.12.1 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information […]
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