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1 This document can be made available in other accessible formats as soon as practicable and upon request STAFF REPORT: Planning & Building Services Department A. Recommendations THAT Council receive Staff Report B entitled Building By-Law and Permit Fees ; AND THAT Council direct the Town Clerk to provide notice of a public meeting in accordance with Subsection 7.-(6) of the Building Code Act, so as to receive input on the proposed changes to the permit fees and adjustments recommended in Appendix A of Staff Report B B. Background REPORT TO: Committee of the Whole MEETING DATE: January 13, 2014 REPORT NO.: B SUBJECT: Building By-law and Permit Fees PREPARED BY: Greg Miller, Manager, Building & By- Law Services/CBO The 2012 Ontario Building Code (O. Reg. 332/12) came in to effect on January 1, 2014 and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and housing has stated that the new Building Code: Builds on health and safety and environmental protection requirements Helps the competitiveness of Ontario s building sector through: New and updated standards Clarifying Building Code requirements Allowing the use of new products Recognition of best practices More flexible requirements Maintaining Ontario s harmonization with the National Building Code Maintains Ontario s leadership in energy and water conservation The objectives of the Building Code are public health and safety, fire protections, structural sufficiency, barrier-free accessibility, resource conservation (energy efficiency), water and sewage protection, environmental integrity and conservation of buildings. With respect to the changes, on November 14, 2013 Staff hosted a presentation to approximately 60 builders, trades and design professionals highlighting the 2012 Ontario Building Code changes. A copy of this presentation is attached to this report. Staff have reviewed the Building Code changes and the impact that the new Building Code requirements may have on the operation of the Building Code Program and have determined that the changes overall are minor insofar as there is no need for a full review of permit fees save and except for some additional permit categories.

2 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Date: January 13, 2014 B Page 2 of 3 For instance; a permanent nutrient storage facility is now considered a designated structure under the Building Code and requires a building permit. On the other hand, communication towers have been removed from the Building Code. With respect to the proposed changes to the Building By-law; the majority of the changes are administrative in nature and updated to reflect municipal best practices: Minor fee adjustments are proposed as a result of discussions with local builders. For instance a flat fee for a finished basement at $200 versus the current rate of $7.02/m 2. The intent of a flat fee versus an area service index would be more cost effective for the homeowner and would be a more reasonable fee as there are generally 3-4 inspections for this permit type. Further to the above and for the same reasons, a flat fee of $ is proposed for a residential detached garage versus the current $5.00/m 2 rate. A new fee category for Fire Code Retrofits have been included as often it varies on the amount charged the applicant and this will clearly set out the fees for same. Save and except for Consumer Price Index fee adjustments there are no permit fee increases proposed at this time. Staff will monitor for any further changes to the Building Code and report to Council as appropriate. With respect to training and qualifications, there are new provisions in the Building Code where Building Code practitioners are required to maintain their Building Code knowledge. This means Staff in the Town s Building Code Program are legislated to maintain their Building Code knowledge and qualifications through mandatory training. Staff will be required to provide a record of proof to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing within 18 months of receiving notice from same. Staff within the Building Code Program are fully qualified for the areas of expertise for which they are appointed under the Building Code Act. However, at some point a comprehensive training and professional development program will be required to be implemented and reviewed on an annual basis so as to conform to the requirements of the Building Code. Staff has discussed this with the executive of the Ontario Building Officials Association and other Building Code Officials and at the time of this report it is not clear of what will be required of Building Officials to satisfy the maintenance of knowledge requirements. Options include writing exams; attending full day seminars, courses or workshops and perhaps online training. Staff will monitor this for any further changes or updates for the maintenance and qualifications under the Building Code; however, this will not affect the 2014 Building Code Program. In addition to the education component of the maintenance of knowledge requirements, the MMAH, effective January 1, 2015 introduced an annual fee of $105 per Building Code practitioner or a minimum $780 for all Staff under the Building Code Program. This will be reflected in the 2015 budget. Given the above, the Chief Building Official is recommending that:

3 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Date: January 13, 2014 B Page 3 of 3 Council direct the Town Clerk to provide notice of a public meeting in accordance with Subsection 7.-(6) of the Building Code Act, so as to receive input on the proposed changes to the permit fees and adjustments recommended in Appendix A of Staff Report B C. The Blue Mountains Strategic Plan Providing a strong, well managed municipal government. Managing growth to ensure the ongoing health and prosperity of the community. D. Environmental Impacts N/A E. Financial Impact N/A F. In Consultation With Director, Planning & Building Services G. Attached 1. Draft Building By-law 2. Building Services OBC 2012 Presentation Prepared by: Submitted by: Greg Miller Manager, Building & By-Law Services/CBO David Finbow Director, Planning & Building Services

4 Building By-law THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF THE BLUE MOUNTAINS By-Law No A by-law under the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23, respecting Permits and Related Matters WHEREAS Section 7 of the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c.23, authorizes a municipal council to pass by-laws concerning the issuance of permits and related matters; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF THE BLUE MOUNTAINS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. SHORT TITLE This by-law may be cited as the "Building By-law". 2. DEFINITIONS 2.1. In this by-law: a) "Act" means the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c.23, as amended. b) "applicant" means the owner of a building or property who applies for a permit or any person authorized by the owner to apply for a permit on the owner's behalf, or any person or corporation empowered by statute to cause the demolition of a building or buildings and anyone acting under the authority of such person or corporation. c) "Building Code" means the regulation under Section 34 of the Act. d) "Chief Building Official" means the Chief Building Official appointed by Council under Section 3(4) of the Act. e) complete application means an application that meets the minimum requirements set out in the Building Code and the requirements of this bylaw. f) conditional permit means a building permit issued by the Chief Building Official under subsection 8(3) of the Act. g) construct means construct as defined in subsection 1(1) of the Act. h) demolish means demolish as defined in subsection 1(1) of the Act. i) "owner" means, in respect of the property on which construction is to take place, the registered owner of the land, save and except for conditional permits, may include a lessee, a mortgagee in possession and the person acting as the owner s authorized agent. j) "permit" means permission or authorization given in writing by the Chief Building Official to perform work regulated by the Act and Building Code, or to occupy a building or part thereof. k) "permit holder" means the person to whom the permit has been issued and who assumes the primary responsibility for complying with the Act and the Building Code. l) sewage system means a sewage system as defined in Sentence (1) of the Building Code. m) Town means the Corporation of the Town of The Blue Mountains Terms not defined in this by-law shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in the Act or the Building Code. Page 1 of 21

5 Building By-law CLASSES OF PERMITS 3.1. Classes of permits required for construction, demolition or change of use of a building are set forth in Schedule "A" appended to and forming part of this bylaw. 4. REQUIREMENTS FOR PERMIT APPLICATIONS General Requirements 4.1. Every permit application shall meet the minimum requirements of this section and shall: a) be submitted by the applicant; b) file an application in writing by completing the prescribed form as required by regulation or where no forms are available, on a form prescribed by the Chief Building Official; and c) be accompanied by the required fees calculated in accordance to this bylaw An application for a permit may be refused by the Chief Building Official where it is deemed not to be a complete application Additional prescribed forms shall be approved in writing by the Chief Building Official and shall be applicable to applications after such approval as authorized under the Act The Chief Building Official may provide prescribed forms in electronic format and may allow for the electronic submission of completed application forms and related documents Notwithstanding subsection 4.4, completed forms generated electronically or submitted through the Town s website shall be subject to the endorsement of the applicant. Applications for Permits to CONSTRUCT 4.6. Every application for a building permit to construct a building shall: a) identify and describe in detail the work to be completed, the proposed use and occupancy of the building, or part thereof, for which the application for a permit is made; b) identify and describe in detail the existing use(s) and occupancy of the building or part thereof, for which the application for a permit is made; c) describe the land on which the work is to be done, by a description that will readily identify and locate the site on which the building is to occur; d) be accompanied by plans, specifications and documents as required in this by-law; e) be accompanied by the required fees or partial payment as calculated in accordance with Schedule "A"; f) be accompanied by acceptable proof of corporate identity and property ownership, unless such proof is determined by the Chief Building Official to be unnecessary; and g) be accompanied by a Municipal Land Works Permit or written exemption issued by the Director, Engineering & Public Works Department. Applications for Permits to DEMOLISH 4.7. In addition to the requirements of subsection 4.1 to 4.6 above, every demolition permit application shall: a) identify and describe in detail the work to be completed, the proposed use and occupancy of the building, or part thereof, for which the application for a permit to demolish is made, and the proposed use and occupancy of that part of the building, if any, that will remain upon completion of the demolition; b) where applicable, be accompanied by a signed acknowledgement of the owner on the required prescribed form that a professional engineer has been retained to carry out the general review of the demolition; Page 2 of 21

6 Building By-law c) be accompanied by satisfactory written proof on the required prescribed form that arrangements have been made with the proper authorities for termination and capping of all the water, sewer, gas, electric, telephone or other utilities and services; d) be accompanied by a Property Status Form; and e) be accompanied by a Municipal Land Works Permit or written exemption issued by the Director, Engineering & Public Works Department. Applications for Conditional Permits 4.8. In addition to the requirements of subsection 4.1 to 4.6 above, every application for a conditional permit application shall: a) state the reasons why the applicant believes that unreasonable delays in construction would occur if a conditional permit is not granted; and b) state the outstanding necessary approvals which must be obtained in respect of the proposed building and the time in which such approvals will be obtained; and c) require the owner and such other persons as determined by the Chief Building Official to enter into an agreement required by the Act. Applications for a Change of Use Permit 4.9. In addition to the applicable requirements of subsection 4.1 to 4.6 above, every change of use permit application under subsection 10(1) of the Act shall: a) describe the building or part thereof in which the occupancy is to be changed; b) include plans and specifications which show the current and proposed occupancy of all parts of the building, and which contain sufficient information to establish compliance with the requirements of the Building Code including, floor plans, details of wall, floor and roof assemblies identifying required fire resistance ratings and load bearing capacities; and c) be accompanied by an OBC Data Matrix Form. Applications for a Sewage System Permit In addition to the requirements of subsection 4.1 to 4.6 above, every sewage system permit application shall: a) include a completed On-Site Sewage System Design Criteria form; and, b) include a completed Sewage System Specifications Form. Additional Information The acceptance or processing of an application under this by-law shall not be deemed to prohibit the Chief Building Official from requiring the applicant to supply further information, plans, specifications or details as may be necessary to: a) determine compliance with the Act, Building Code, this by-law or other applicable law, or b) determine the fees required to be calculated under this by-law. Without the applicant supplying such information as requested by the Chief Building Official, the application may be determined to be incomplete or denied. Incomplete Application Where an application is determined to be incomplete in accordance with the Building Code or this by-law, the Chief Building Official may accept and process the application where the applicant acknowledges that the application is incomplete by completing a prescribed acknowledgment form. Abandoned Permit Applications Where an application for a permit remains incomplete or inactive for six months from the date the application was received, the Chief Building Official may Page 3 of 21

7 Building By-law refuse to process the application by deeming it to have been abandoned, and shall give written notice to the applicant via regular mail or by electronic at the address indicated on the application. 5. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS 5.1. Every applicant shall furnish, a) sufficient plans, specifications, documents and other information as outlined in Schedule B of this by-law to enable the Chief Building Official to determine whether the proposed construction, demolition, sewage system or change of use conforms to the Act and the Building Code; b) where required, a site plan referenced to a current plan of survey certified by a registered Ontario Land Surveyor unless this requirement is waived because the Chief Building Official is able, without having a current plan of survey, to determine whether the proposed work conforms to the Act, the Building Code and any other applicable law; and c) where required, a drainage and grading plan as outlined in Schedule B shall be prepared by a Professional Engineer, a Certified Engineering Technologist or an Ontario Land Surveyor and shall conform with the Town Engineering Standards Plans, specifications and other documents submitted by the applicant shall: a) be fully coordinated among design professionals and intended for construction, demolition or change of use; b) be fully dimensioned and drawn to a suitable scale that clearly depicts the proposed construction, demolition or change of use; c) be submitted upon paper or other suitable and durable material; and d) contain information and text that is clear and legible The Chief Building Official may require, where deemed appropriate, that a professional engineer and/or architect conduct a peer review for all or part of the work with the expense to be borne by the applicant On completion of the construction of a building, the Chief Building Official may require a set of as constructed plans, including a plan of survey showing the location of the building Plans and specifications furnished according to this by-law or otherwise required by the Act become the property of the Town and will be disposed of or retained in accordance with relevant legislation. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS 6.1. Where approval for an alternative solution under the Building Code is proposed for either the application for a permit or a material change to a plan, specification, documents or other information on the basis for which a permit was issued, the applicant shall submit: 7. FEES a) an application on a form prescribed by the Chief Building Official; b) all supporting documentation and calculations demonstrating that the proposed alternative solution will provide the level of performance required by the Building Code; and c) payment of the required fee as prescribed in Schedule A The Chief Building Official shall determine the required fees calculated in accordance with Schedule A of this by-law No permit shall be issued or any service provided until the fees therefore have been paid in full by the applicant In addition to the fees paid at the time of building permit application, when an applicant makes supplementary submissions and revised submissions, the applicant shall pay the prescribed fee which shall be calculated in accordance with Schedule A of this by-law. Page 4 of 21

8 Building By-law Upon written request, the Chief Building Official shall determine the amount of fees, if any, that may be refunded in accordance with Schedule "A" in the case of: a) withdrawal of an application; b) abandonment of an application pursuant to subsection 4.17 above; c) refusal to issue a permit; or d) request for revocation of a permit pursuant to Clause 8(10)(e) of the Act Subject to subsection 7(1) of the Act, there shall be no refund of permit fees where a permit has been revoked, except where the permit was issued in error or where the applicant requests revocation no more than six months after the permit is issued. In such cases the amount of refund shall be calculated in accordance with Schedule A of this by-law. 8. REVOCATION OF PERMITS Revocation of Permit 8.1. Prior to revoking a permit under Clauses 8(10)(b) and (c) of the Act, the Chief Building Official shall give written notice of intention to revoke to the permit holder at his last known address and if on the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date of such notice, the ground for revocation continues to exist, the permit may be revoked without further notice and all submitted plans and other information may be disposed of. Deferral of Revocation 8.2. On receipt of a notice of intention to revoke a permit, a permit holder may request in writing within thirty (30) days from the date thereof the Chief Building Official to defer the revocation of such permit. a) a request for deferral shall set out the reasons why the permit should not be revoked and the date by which the work will be commenced or resumed; b) having considered the circumstances of the request and having determined that there have been no changes to the Act and the Building Code and any other applicable law which would have prevented the issuance of the original permit, the Chief Building Official may allow a deferral to a prescribed date and shall notify the permit holder; and c) a request for deferral of revocation is subject to a fee in accordance with Schedule "A". 9. TRANSFER OF PERMITS 9.1. Permits shall not be transferred to a new owner without the approval of the Chief Building Official Permits are transferrable only upon the new owner: a) completing a permit application form as prescribed by Section 4 of this bylaw; and b) payment of the required fee, as prescribed in Schedule "A", shall be payable on a transfer of permit by the new owner who shall thenceforth be the permit holder for the purpose of the Act and the Building Code. 10. NOTIFICATIONS Notices respecting stages of construction required by the Building Code and Schedule C of this by-law shall be given by the permit holder to the Chief Building Official of the readiness to inspect at least 2 business days in advance of the stages of construction specified therein Upon the receipt of notification by the Chief Building Official as specified in this by-law; an inspector shall, no later than 2 business days, undertake a site inspection of the building to which the notice relates In the instance of sewage systems, an inspector shall, no later than 5 business Page 5 of 21

9 Building By-law days, undertake a site inspection of the sewage system of which the notice relates In addition to the notices prescribed pursuant to Subsection , Division C of the Building Code, notice shall be given by the permit holder to the Chief Building Official of the readiness for inspection for the following stages of construction, where applicable: a) commencement of construction of: i. masonry fireplaces and masonry chimneys, ii. factory-built fireplaces and allied chimneys, iii. stoves, ranges, space heaters and add-on furnaces using solid fuels and allied chimneys. b) substantial completion of the pool deck and dressing rooms for a public pool or public spa and readiness for inspection of the emergency stop system for a public poll or public spa, and A notice pursuant to this section is not effective until notification is received by the Chief Building Official by: a) written notice by at build@thebluemountains.ca, or b) from the Town s website at where available, or c) verbal notice via the inspection request line at (519) , extension 239 or toll free at , extension FENCING - CONSTRUCTION SITES Where a construction site may present a hazard to the public, the owner of the construction site shall ensure that the construction site is suitably fenced to prevent public access onto the construction site If fencing has not been provided in accordance with Section 11.1 and, if in the opinion of the Chief Building Official, the construction site presents a particular hazard to the public, the Chief Building Official may in writing require the owner and the permit holder to erect such fencing as he deems appropriate to the circumstances such as described in the National Building Code, Section In considering the hazard presented by a construction site and the necessary fencing, the Chief Building Official shall have regard for: a) the proximity of the construction site to occupied dwellings; b) the proximity of the construction site to lands accessible to the public, c) including but not limited to streets, parks and commercial and institutional activities; d) the hazards presented by the construction activities and materials; e) the feasibility and effectiveness of site fencing; and f) the duration of the hazard. 12. OTHER BY-LAWS, LICENCES, PERMITS AND REGULATIONS Nothing in the by-law shall exempt any person from complying with the requirements of any other by-law in force within the limits of the Corporation, or from applying for and obtaining any permit, license, permission, authority or approval required by this or any other by-law or regulation of the Corporation or any other law in force from time to time. 13. USE OF ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES Nothing in this by-law shall be deemed to limit the authority of the Town to make use of on-line services for the display, use and submission of application forms, other forms used in the processing of applications, educational handouts, referrals, and nothing in this by-law shall limit the use of electronic technologies for data and information storage and file management integral to the building inspection service. 14. PRESCRIBED FORMS Page 6 of 21

10 Building By-law The forms prescribed for use as applications for permits, for orders, for permits, for inspection reports and administrative matters shall be as set out in Schedule D attached to and forming part of this by-law This by-law shall not be deemed to limit the use of any form which is prescribed by provincial regulation notwithstanding that the form it is not listed or is a revised or updated form from the forms set out in Schedule D to this by-law. 15. APPOINTED DESIGNATE This by-law shall not be deemed to limit the appointment of a designate who may perform or execute any authority of the Chief Building Official where authorized by the Act, provided such designate, where required, is duly appointed by by-law under the Act. 16. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BUILDING OFFICIALS Building Officials appointed by the Town for the enforcement of the Act and the Building Code shall be governed in accordance to the Code of Conduct for Building Officials as described in Schedule E of this by-law. 17. SEVERABILITY Should any section, subsection, clause or provision of this by-law be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid the same shall not affect the validity of this by-law as a whole or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be invalid. 18. TRANSITION This by-law shall apply to any application for a permit or request concerning compliance with the Building Code and applicable law that is accepted by the Chief Building Official on or after the date of the coming into force of this by-law. 19. CONTRAVENTION Every person who contravenes any provision of this by-law is guilty of an offense and on conviction is liable to a fine as provided in section 36 of the Act, as amended. 20. REPEAL By-law Number is hereby repealed. 21. SCHEDULES Schedules A, B, C, D and E form part of this by-law. ENCATED AND PASSED THIS DAY OF, Ellen Anderson, Mayor C. Giles, Town Clerk Page 7 of 21

11 Building By-law SCHEDULE A CLASSES OF PERMITS, PAYMENTS AND FEES 1. MINIMUM PARTIAL PAYMENT REQUIRED TO BE MADE AT TIME OF APPLICATION FOR PERMIT: New detached, semi-detached, townhouse, duplex and triplex dwelling unit buildings New commercial, industrial, institutional and multi-residential buildings All other construction/work $2, Per Unit $5, or the full fee, whichever is the lesser The full permit fee or a minimum $ CALCULATION OF PERMIT FEES: a) Permit fees shall be calculated using the following formula given below, unless otherwise specified in this schedule: where; Permit Fee = SI x A SI = the fee multiplier based on the service index for the type/classification of the work proposed and; A = floor area (m 2 ) of the work involved. b) Permit fees shall be rounded up to the nearest full dollar amount. 3. AREA CALCULATION AND INTERPRETATION: a) Floor area is to be measured from the outside face of exterior walls and to the centre line of party walls or demising walls. b) No deductions for floor openings for such facilities as stairs, elevators, escalators, shafts and ducts. Interconnected floor areas and atriums above their lowest level may be deducted. c) No additional fees apply to decks and attached garages proposed and constructed at the same time as the single family dwelling they serve. d) No additional fees apply to plumbing within a building, sprinklers, fire alarms, electromagnetic locks, or other mechanical systems or equipment proposed and installed at the same time as the construction of the building they serve. e) Where a change of occupancy from one classification to another classification is proposed, the fee multiplier for the proposed occupancy applies. f) A temporary building is considered to be a building that will be erected or put into service for not more than one year. g) The occupancy classifications used in this by-law are as defined in the Building Code, as amended. 4. MINIMUM FEE: Unless otherwise noted, a minimum fee of $ shall be charged for all work. 5. REFUND OF FEES: a) Fees that may be refunded shall be a percentage of the permit fees payable under this by-law, calculated as follows: i. 75 percent if administrative functions only have been performed. ii. 70 percent if administrative and zoning functions only have been performed. iii. 50 percent if administrative, zoning and plans examination functions have been performed. iv. 45 percent if the permit has been issued and no field inspections have Page 8 of 21

12 Building By-law been performed subsequent to permit issuance. v. 5 percent shall additionally be deducted for each field inspection that has been performed after the permit has been issued. b) Where the Chief Building Official deems it appropriate, a refund of other than specified in (a) may be granted. c) If the calculated refund is less than the minimum fee applicable, no refund shall be made of the fees paid. No refund shall be issued where a minimum fee has been charged. d) The refund shall be returned to the person named on the fee receipt, unless such person advises the Chief Building Official, in writing and prior to the release of the refund, of a change in name, in which case the refund shall be returned to the person then authorized to receive it. Refund provisions are not applicable where the permit has been signed off and the occupancy inspection completed. e) No refund of building permit fees on any application or permit after 3 years from the date the application was submitted, deemed to be abandoned, refused to be issued or request to be withdrawn. 6. ADMINISTRATIVE FEES: 6.1. Authorization of an Alternative Solution Where a written request is submitted to the Chief Building Official for the authorization of an alternative solution, a minimum fee of $ shall be payable in addition to the required building permit fees Building Code Act Orders a) To offset additional investigative and administrative costs where an Order to Comply has been issued pursuant to the Act, a minimum fee of $ shall be paid and an additional $ shall be paid where a Stop Work Order has been issued. Payment of these fees does not relieve any person or corporation from complying with the Act or the Building Code or any other applicable law. b) To offset additional costs associated with the investigation, inspection, administration and rectification of an unsafe building where an Unsafe Order has been issued pursuant to the Act, a minimum fee of $ shall be paid and an additional $ shall be paid where an Order respecting occupancy has been issued. Payment of these fees does not relieve any person or corporation from complying with the Act or the Building Code or any other applicable law Change of Ownership and Transfer of Permit To transfer a permit from a permit holder to another, a minimum fee of $50.00 shall be payable in addition to other applicable fees Change of Use (No Construction) For the change of use of a major occupancy where no construction is proposed or required, a minimum fee of $100 shall be payable Compliance Letters a) For written requests on information for property compliance including Zoning By-law, work orders, active building permits, official plan designation and survey review; a minimum fee of $ per property shall be payable. b) For a written response to a request for commentary on Agreement Compliance, including items noted in (i) above; a minimum fee of $ per property shall be payable. c) Sewage system review related to planning applications such as minor variances, consents and setbacks, a minimum fee of $ per property or system shall be payable. d) For written requests in support of provincial license applications such as AGCO liquor licenses, a minimum fee of $200 shall be payable where the Page 9 of 21

13 Building By-law request is not related to an active building permit. A minimum fee of $100 shall be payable relating to an active building permit Conditional Building Permits For conditional building permits, the fee shall be the normal building permit fee for the proposed construction plus an additional 10 percent of that fee. The minimum fee per application shall be $ The maximum fee per application shall be $1, (The proponent is responsible for the registration of the Conditional Permit Agreement on title to the lands.) Constructing without a Permit Where work or construction has commenced prior to the issuance of a building permit, an administrative surcharge for the unlawful work of 50% of the required permit fee shall be paid. The minimum surcharge fee shall be $ The maximum surcharge fee shall be $1, Dormant Permit Files and Deferred Inspections Where a permit has been dormant for a period of more than 12 months, a minimum fee of $ shall be payable in addition to other applicable fees Model Home Agreement For the preparation of a Model Home Agreement approved by the Director of Planning and Building, a minimum fee of $ shall be payable Permit File Maintenance To offset additional administrative costs where a request has been received to view or require information or reports from a permit file that has been closed or deemed dormant, a minimum fee of $50/permit file shall be paid in addition to other applicable fees Re-Inspection Fees Where an Inspector determines that work for the stage of construction that has been requested to be inspected is not substantially complete, is not ready for an inspection or where previous infractions have not been corrected, a minimum fee of $100 shall be payable prior to subsequent inspections related to that stage of construction being scheduled Revision to a Permit and Reviewed Drawings a) Where a supplementary submission or a revised submission relating to a building permit application is required or unauthorized modifications from the reviewed permit drawings occur on site, a fee of $125/hour or a minimum of $50.00 shall be payable. b) Where an increase in floor area has been constructed, additional building permit fees at the applicable service index and administrative fees noted above may be payable Scanning/Conversion of Paper Documents Service Charge Where drawings, plans and specifications exceed 11 x17 (Ledger, B or A3 size) a scanning conversion and filing fee of a minimum $1.75 per page will be charged to recover the administrative costs associated with handling, scanning and storing the paper documents Sewage Holding Tank Agreement a) For the preparation of a Holding Tank Agreement upon the restricted approval for the temporary use of a holding tank (Class 5 System) for not more than one year, a minimum fee of $500 shall be payable. b) For the extension of an approved Holding Tank Agreement of up to one year, a minimum fee of $ shall be payable. Page 10 of 21

14 SCHEDULE A TABLE 1: PERMIT FEES CLASS OF PERMIT OR BUILDING CLASSIFICATION $ per m 2 Flat Fee A. CONSTRUCTION: New Buildings; Additions to Existing Buildings Group A (Assembly) Schools, libraries, churches, theatres, arenas, restaurants, recreation centres, ski clubs 1 Shell Buildings $ Finished Buildings $ Group B (Institutional) Hospitals, care centres, nursing homes 3 Medical Care Facilities, Nursing Homes $ Group C (Residential) Detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, townhouses, multi-unit dwellings 4 Detached, Semi-detached, Row Houses $ Pre-fabricated Detached Dwelling $ Multi-Unit Buildings, Motels, Hotels $ Group D (Business & Personal) Banks, baber and hairdressing shops, dental or medical offices, offices 7 Shell Buildings $ Finished Buildings $ Group E (Mercantile) Department stores, markets, restuarants with occupnat load 30, shops, stores 9 Shell Buildings $ Finished Buildings $ Group F (Industrial & Farm) Warehouses, factories, repair garages, parking garages, farm buildings 11 Heavy and Specialized Industrial Buildings $ Industrial Buildings, Warehouses, Underground Parking Garages $ Service Floors above or below grade, Mezzanines $ Aboveground Parking Garages, Lightly Serviced Storage Buildings $ Farm Buildings $ Pre-fabricated Farm Buildings $ All Occupancies 17 Permanent Tent, Air Supported Structure $ Temporary Buildings or Structures: to be erected for a period not to exceed 14 days (Including tents 60m 2 ) $ Temporary Buildings or Structures: to be erected for a period in excess of 14 days $ Tents - Up to 10 per Calendar Year $ B. ALTERATIONS, RENOVATIONS & TENANCY WORK 21 Groups A & B $ Group C $ Group D, E & F $ C. MISCELLANEOUS PERMITS - STAND ALONE 24 Accessory Building - Residential (Garage, Shed, etc.) $ Decks/Porches (unenclosed) - Residential $ Fire Code Retrofit (9.3. OFC) $ Fire Code Retrofit (9.8. OFC) $ Fire Code Retrofit/Repair - all other $ Finished Basement - Residential $ Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves $ Move or Relocate a Building $ D. 32 DEMOLITION Residential (Detached/Semi) Dwellings $ All Other Buildings (1) OBC $ E. 34 MECHANICAL & FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning $ Fire Alarm System (New or Replacement) $ Fire Sprinkler System (New or Replacement) $ Ventilation Systems: Commercial Cooking Exhaust, Spray Booth, Dust Collector $ * Fees will be indexed in accordance with the Statistics Canada Consumer Price Index on January 1st of each year 11 of 21

15 SCHEDULE A TABLE 1: PERMIT FEES CLASS OF PERMIT OR BUILDING CLASSIFICATION $ per m 2 Flat Fee F. 38 PLUMBING Backflow Preventer (each device) $ Interceptors (Grease or Oil) $ New or Repair Sanitary Service: Residential $ New or Repair Water Service: Residential $ Plumbing - Internal $ Rain Water Harvesting System $ Site Servicing: Private Property $5.00 per $1,000 construction value G. PRIVATE ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEMS (Stand Alone or with a New Building) 45 New or Replacement Sewage System $ Alteration or Assessment for Building Expansion (Additions, Additional fixtures) $ Leaching Bed Repair $ Septic Tank Decommissioning $ Septic Tank Replacement $ H. 50 DESIGNATED STRUCTURES Public Pool/Spa $ Retaining Wall $ Signs (Regulated by OBC) $ Solar Collector - Residential $ Solar Collector - Non -Residential $ A Structure Supporting A Wind Turbine( Output 3kW) $ An Exterior Storage Tank not Regulated by TSSA $ Permanent Solid Nutrient Storage Facility $ I. OTHER CONSTRUCTION Balcony guard replacements, balcony repairs, canopies, 58 parking garage repairs, portable classrooms, $8.50 per $1,000 construction underpinning, other repairs and other construction not set value out in A through H Note: The Chief Building Official may assign fees other than noted in A through I provided s/he has regard to the costs associated with the service provided, the minimum fee(s) and similar Service Indexes/Rates identified in this By-law. * Fees will be indexed in accordance with the Statistics Canada Consumer Price Index on January 1st of each year 12 of 21

16 Building By-law SCHEDULE B SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS CATEGORY: HOUSE (As Defined by the Ontario Building Code Section 2.20) Every permit application shall be accompanied by two (2) copies of the following: INFORMATION REQUIRED NEW BUILDING ADDITION INTERIOR ALTERATIONS General Drawings drawn on durable material, drawn to scale and fully dimensioned. Applicable Law Checklist Energy Efficiency Design Summary Form Municipal Land Works Permit (Engineering & Public Works Department Approval) Site and Key Plan Property boundary lines and property area Location of all existing and proposed buildings including setbacks to property boundary lines, parking spaces, distance to other buildings, and other features in relation to property boundaries Overall dimensions of all buildings Summary of permitted and proposed zoning provisions Location of easements and/or rights-of-way Location of septic bed, connection to existing system, septic tank and other equipment Key plan showing location of existing and proposed construction Grading Plan (combined or in addition to the requirements of a site plan) Existing and proposed grade elevations at all lot corners, midpoints, points of grade change, driveways and drainage structures Existing and proposed slope and surface direction runoff, culvert conditions Existing and proposed finished floor, top of foundation, underside of footing and basement slab elevations Floor and Roof Plans Basement floor plan including foundation information and use of space Floor plan of every upper level showing use of all spaces Floor plan of every upper level showing structural framing above Roof truss layout and engineered drawings Page 13 of 21

17 Building By-law stamped by a P. Eng. Proprietary floor system layout ( I-Joists ) Location of all plumbing fixtures Location of all solid fuel burning appliances Location of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors Elevations Area of exposed building face. Area and percentage of unprotected openings. Required limiting distance Exterior Finishes Window/door type, locations and sizes including height of sills above floor Roof slope and finish Exterior stairs, landings, guards and handrails Building Sections Floor to floor and floor to ceiling heights Footing and foundation wall details including height of grade above basement floor Specifications of all floor, wall and roof assemblies, tall wall details Shoring and underpinning details Stairs, landings, guards and handrails Construction Details and Notes Typical wall section Wall and floor fire separation details Typical roof details Guard details including connection detail Building materials and specifications of all wall, floor and roof assemblies Mechanical Ventilation Design Summary Energy Efficiency Design Summary (SB-12) Footing design for sensitive soils Additional Information may be required on a case by case basis = required = required where applicable Page 14 of 21

18 Building By-law SCHEDULE B SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS CATEGORY: SMALL BUILDINGS, RESIDENTIAL (As Defined by the Ontario Building Code Section 2.20) Every permit application shall be accompanied by two (2) copies of the following: INFORMATION REQUIRED NEW BUILDING ADDITION INTERIOR ALTERATIONS General Drawings drawn on durable material, drawn to scale and fully dimensioned Applicable Law Checklist ASHRAE 90.1 Energy Certification Form Municipal Land Works Permit (Engineering & Public Works Department Approval) Site and Key Plan Property boundary lines and property area Location of all existing and proposed buildings including setbacks to property boundary lines, parking spaces, distance to other buildings, and other features in relation to property boundaries Overall dimensions of all buildings Summary of permitted and proposed zoning provisions Location of easements and/or rights-of-way Location of septic bed, connection to existing system, septic tank and other equipment Floor and Roof Plans Basement floor plan including foundation information and use of space Floor plan of every upper level showing use of all spaces Floor plan of every upper level showing structural framing above Roof truss layout and engineered drawings stamped by a P. Eng. Proprietary floor system layout Location of all plumbing fixtures Location of all solid fuel burning appliances Location of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors Elevations Area of exposed building face. Area and percentage of unprotected openings. Required limiting distance Page 15 of 21

19 Building By-law Exterior Finishes Window/door type, locations and sizes including height of sills above floor Roof slope and finish Exterior stairs, landings, guards and handrails Building Sections Floor to floor and floor to ceiling heights Footing and foundation wall details including height of grade above basement floor Specifications of all floor, wall and roof assemblies Shoring and underpinning details Stairs, landings, guards and handrails Construction Details and Notes Typical wall section Wall and floor fire separation details Typical roof details Guard details including connection detail Building materials and specifications of all wall, floor and roof assemblies Mechanical Ventilation Design Summary Footing design for sensitive soils Additional Information may be required on a case by case basis = required = required where applicable Page 16 of 21

20 Building By-law SCHEDULE B SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS CATEGORY: LARGE OR COMPLEX BUILDINGS (As Defined by the Ontario Building Code Section 2.20) Every permit application shall be accompanied by three (3) copies of the following: INFORMATION REQUIRED NEW BUILDING OR ADDITION INTERIOR ALTERATIONS General Drawings to be drawn on durable material, drawn to scale and fully dimensioned. Drawings to be sealed, signed and dated by each professional design discipline Commitment by Owner for general review form for each required professional discipline Applicable Law Checklist Building Code Matrix Data ASHRAE 90.1 Energy Certification Form Geotechnical Investigation Report Municipal Land Works Permit (Engineering & Public Works Department Approval) Site Plan Property boundary lines and property area Location of all existing and proposed buildings including setbacks to property boundary lines, distance to other buildings and all parking spaces. Fire route, fire department connections and fire hydrant locations Existing and proposed grades. Proposed finished floor elevations of all buildings. Sidewalk elevations. Barrier free information including curb cuts, ramps, parking and associated details Summary of permitted and proposed zoning provisions Key plan showing location of existing and proposed construction Architectural Drawings Floor plans identifying rooms including use of all spaces, wall construction and fire separations Reflected ceiling plans and associated details Roof plan and associated details including any screening requirements for mechanical roof top equipment Building elevations Building cross sections Wall sections and details. Stair sections, plan and details Page 17 of 21

21 Building By-law Enlarged detail plans and associated details Door, window and room finish schedules if not in specifications Structural Drawings Design information including loading, deflection, wind uplift, earthquake analysis and control flow drainage design on roof Shoring and underpinning plans and details Foundation plan and associated details Floor and roof framing plans including beam and column schedule Exterior canopy or other structural framing information Structural connection details Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Layout and sizes of duct at each floor level Type, location and size of equipment Roof plan showing roof mounted equipment Details of specialized systems (Commercial Cooking Systems) Plumbing Site service drawings showing water, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, catch basins, manholes and connection to municipal system Water and drain layout at each floor level and plumbing risers Plumbing risers and stack loads Material, equipment and fixture specifications Backflow preventer specifications Grease interceptor specifications Electrical Drawings Electrical site servicing drawing where separate from Mechanical Engineer Lighting, power, emergency lighting, exit signage and electrical equipment Fire alarm system drawings including alarm riser detail together with specifications and sequence of operation Other Submissions Sprinkler Riser Diagram, including water entry schematic Drawings showing fire hose cabinets, standpipe risers and other standpipe information Additional Information may be required on a case by case basis = required = required where applicable Page 18 of 21

22 Building By-law SCHEDULE C REQUIRED NOTICES AND INSPECTIONS In accordance with Article , Division C of the Building Code: a. Readiness to construct footings, b. Substantial completion of foundation reinforcement for insulated concrete form foundation walls or where required by design for poured foundation walls and for suspended cold room slabs. c. Substantial completion of footings and foundations prior to commencement of backfilling d. Substantial completion of structural framing and ductwork and piping for heating and air-conditioning systems, if the building is within the scope of Part 9 Division B, e. Substantial completion of structural framing and roughing-in of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and air-contaminant extraction equipment, if the building is not a building to which Clause (c) applies, f. Substantial completion of insulation and vapour barriers, g. Substantial completion of air barrier systems, h. Substantial completion of all required fire separations and closures and all fire protection systems including standpipe, sprinkler, fire alarm and emergency lighting systems, i. Substantial completion of fire route access routes, j. Readiness for inspection and testing of: i. Building sewers and building drains, ii. Water service pipes, iii. Fire service mains, iv. Drainage and venting systems, v. The water distribution systems, and vi. Plumbing fixtures and plumbing appliances, k. Readiness for inspection of suction gravity outlets, covers and suction piping serving outlets of an outdoor pool described in Clause (1) (j) of Division A, a public pool or public spa, l. Substantial completion of the circulation/recirculation system of an outdoor pool described in Clause (1)(j) of Division A, a public pool or public spa and substantial completion of the pool before it is first filled with water, m. Readiness to construct the sewage system (excavation completed prior to fill), n. Substantial completion of the installation of the sewage system before the commencement of backfilling (stone exposed, graphs and weigh slips to be on site), o. Substantial completion of installation of plumbing not located in a structure, before the commencement of backfilling, and p. Completion of construction and installation of components required to permit the issue of an occupancy permit under Sentence (2) or to permit occupancy under Sentence (1) if the building or part of the building to be occupied is not fully completed. Page 19 of 21

23 Building By-law SCHEDULE D PRESCRIBED FORMS The following are forms prescribed for use as applications for permits, orders, permits, inspection reports, and administrative matters: 1) Acknowledgement of an Incomplete Application 2) Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish 3) Applicable Law Checklist 4) ASHRAE 90.1 & SB-10 Project Information 5) Building Inspection Report 6) Building Permit 7) Certificate of Non-Residential Occupancy 8) Certificate of Residential Occupancy 9) Commitment to General Reviews By Architects and Engineers 10) Conditional Building Permit 11) Construction Value Standard 12) Contractor s Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping (NFPA13) 13) Contractor s Material and Test Certificate for Underground Piping (NFPA 24) 14) Demolition Supplementary Information Form 15) Demolition Utility Sign Off Form 16) Demolition Permit 17) Emergency Order 18) Energy Efficiency Design Summary Form (Part 9 Residential) 19) Fireplace/Wood Stove Installers Form (WETT Certification) 20) HRAI Ventilation Form 21) Municipal Land Works Permit Application Form 22) Ontario Building Code Data Matrix 23) Order to Comply 24) Order to Remedy an Unsafe Building 25) Order to Uncover 26) Order Not to Cover or Enclose 27) Order Prohibiting Use or Occupancy 28) Order Requiring Test and Samples 29) Readiness for Occupancy Report 30) Request for Information Form 31) Request For Occupancy Non Residential 32) Stop Work Order 33) Class 5 Sewage System (Holding Tank) Agreement 34) Sewage System Specifications 35) Testing & Inspection Report Backflow Preventer 36) Tree Preservation Memorandum of Understanding and Agreement Page 20 of 21

24 Building By-law SCHEDULE E CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BUILDING OFFICIALS Town Building Officials shall undertake at all times to: 1. Act in the public interest, particularly with regard to the safety of buildings, designated structures and related works. 2. Not to act where there may be or where there may reasonably appear to be a conflict between their duties to their employer, their profession, their peers and the public at large and their personal interests. 3. Administer and enforce all relevant building laws, codes and standards appropriately without favour and without influence of interested parties. 4. Comply with the provisions of the Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code and any other Act or Law that regulates or governs Building Officials or their functions. 5. Perform their inspections and plan review duties impartially and in accordance with the highest professional standards. 6. Not to act beyond their level of competence or outside of their area of expertise or qualifications as a registered Building Official. 7. Maintain their knowledge and understanding of the best current building practices, the building laws and regulations relevant to their building certifying functions. 8. Maintain current accreditation to act as an Ontario Building Official and the related duties assigned to them. 9. Commit them to a process of continuous education so as to constantly be aware of developments in building design, practice and the law relevant to their duties. 10. Not to divulge any confidential or sensitive information or material, that they became privy to in the performance of their duties, except in accordance with laws governing freedom of information and protection of privacy. 11. Extend professional courtesy at all times and conduct themselves with fairness and good faith towards customers, colleagues and their co-workers. 12. Accept responsibility for the conduct of their subordinate employees. 13. Exemplify compliance with all regulations and standards that govern building construction, health & safety or other matters related to their status as a building official. 14. Recognize the appointment under the Building Code Act as a symbol of good public faith. 15. To comply and maintain their knowledge of safe working practices in accordance to the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and established Town health & safety policies. The Act provides that the performance of Building Officials will be measured against this code of conduct. Any complaint alleging a breach of the Code of Conduct shall be submitted in writing and filed with the Chief Administrative Officer. In response to any allegation of a breach of this code, the Chief Building Official shall direct an investigation and where appropriate, recommend disciplinary action against the Building Official who fails to comply with this code of conduct. Where the allegation is against the Chief Building Official, Council will direct the investigation and make such recommendations as are reasonable. In determining the appropriate discipline, the Chief Building Official or Council will have regard to the relevance of the conduct to the Building Official s powers and responsibilities as well as the severity of any misconduct. Page 21 of 21

25 THE BLUE MOUNTAINS BUILDING SERVICES DIVISION 2012 Ontario Building Code Update Nov. 14, 2013

26 AGENDA Topic 1. Welcome & Introductions 9:00 a.m. 2. Roles & Responsibilities 3. Overview of the Ontario Building Code 4. Building Permits & Applicable Law OBC: Part 9 Changes 6. Morning Break & Networking 10:30 a.m OBC: Part 12 Changes OBC: Part 7 & 8 Changes OBC: Administrative Changes 10. Questions & Answer Session 11:45 Noon November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 2

27 INTRODUCTIONS Greg Miller: Chief Building Official Jayme Bastarache: Deputy CBO Leah Hewgill: Building Inspector Barb Dooks: Permits & Inspection Assistant Brenda Doyle: Municipal Law Enforcement Officer Wayne DeWitt: Municipal Law Enforcement Officer November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 3

28 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES BUILDING CODE ACT November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 4

29 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 5

30 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act What is the role of the DESIGNER? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 6

31 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act BCA 1.1. (2): It is the role of the Designer to : a) provide designs which are in accordance with this Act and the building code b) to provide detailed documentation to be assessed for compliance with the OBC and to allow the builder to carry out the work in accordance with the design and the OBC. c) to perform design duties only in areas for which they are qualified to perform (BCIN). November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 7

32 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 8

33 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act What is the role of the BUILDER? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 9

34 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act BCA 1.1. (3): It is the role of the Builder to : a) ensure that construction does not proceed unless a permit has been issued by the CBO. b) to construct the building in accordance with the permit. c) to use appropriate building techniques to achieve compliance with the BCA and the OBC. d) when site conditions affect compliance with the OBC, to notify the designer and inspector as appropriate. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 10

35 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 11

36 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act What is the role of the CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 12

37 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act BCA 1.1. (6): It is the role of the Chief Building Official to : a) establish operational policies for the enforcement of the BCA and the Ontario Building Code; b) to co-ordinate and oversee the enforcement of the BCA and the OBC c) to exercise powers assigned to him under the BCA and OBC d) to perform duties in accordance with standards established by the applicable code of conduct. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 13

38 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act What is the role of the INSPECTOR? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 14

39 THE ONTARIO BUILDING CODE ACT Roles & Responsibilities BCA 1.1. (7): It is the role of the Inspector to : a) to exercise powers and perform duties under the BCA and the OBC in connection with reviewing plans, inspecting construction and issuing orders. b) to exercise powers and perform duties in respect of only those matters for which they are qualified to perform under the BCA and the OBC (BCIN). c) to exercise powers and duties in accordance with the standards established by the Town s Code of Conduct. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 15

40 THE ONTARIO BUILDING CODE ACT Roles & Responsibilities November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 16

41 THE ONTARIO BUILDING CODE General Overview The Ontario Building Code is a regulation made under s. 34 of the 1992 Building Code Act. The OBC contains the technical requirements for the construction of buildings and certain administrative matters (O. Reg. 332/12) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 17

42 Roles & Responsibilities Building Code Act What is the purpose of the Ontario Building Code? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 18

43 THE ONTARIO BUILDING CODE General Overview The purpose of the Building Code is to establish standards for: public health and safety, fire protection, structural sufficiency, accessibility, and conservation and environmental integrity with respect to buildings. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 19

44 THE DECISION: TO ISSUE OR NOT TO ISSUE BCA 8.(2.2): If an application meets all of the requirements prescribed by regulation, the CBO SHALL decide within required timeframes to issue or refuse to issue the permit. BCA 8.(2.3): If refused, the CBO SHALL inform the applicant of all the reasons for refusal within prescribed timeframes i.e. 10 business days for a new house, 5 business days for septic systems November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 20

45 CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION BCA 8.(1): No person shall construct or demolish a building unless a permit has been issued by the CBO. BCA 8.(2): The CBO SHALL issue a permit unless : The proposed const. will contravene the BCA or other applicable law; The applicant is a builder/vendor as defined in the ONHWA and is not registered; The person preparing drawings, specification does not have the applicable qualifications/insurance; Plans, documents, etc. do not contain prescribed information (Building By-law); The application is not complete; or Fees due are unpaid. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 21

46 Building Permits When do you need a building permit? A building permit is required for the construction of a new building, an addition, or alteration of any building or structure with a building area of over 10 square metres (approximately 108 square feet). November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 22

47 Building Permits Examples of projects requiring a building permit: A Deck that is: adjacent to or attached to the house and its walking surface is more than 600mm (24") above the adjacent grade. elevated and providing principal access to a building. independent from the house and has a walking surface greater than 10m 2 (108ft 2 ) in area and its walking surface is more than 600mm (24") above the adjacent grade. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 23

48 Building Permits Examples of projects requiring a building permit: Attached or detached garages and sheds Installation of solid fuel appliances (woodstoves and wood burning fireplaces) Sunrooms, solariums and porches Structural foundation repairs Demolition Change of Use (i.e. office to retail) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 24

49 Building Permits Examples of projects requiring a building permit: Interior and/or exterior structural alterations, such as : adding or removing walls one or two storey additions adding new windows (where none existed before) enlarging or relocating a window or a door finishing a basement adding a bedroom in a finished basement November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 25

50 Building Permits Examples of projects requiring a building permit: Structures used in the support of a wind turbine generator with a rated output of more than 3kW Solar projects such as solar collector systems and solar hot water systems Livestock buildings Equipment storage buildings Silos Manure storage structures (excluding earthern structures) Riding Arena Fabric type structures November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 26

51 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Under the Building Code Act applicable law: A building permit cannot be issued by the CBO unless it conforms with all applicable law. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 27

52 Applicable Law (1), Div. A What is APPLICABLE LAW? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 28

53 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Under the Building Code Act applicable law means: any general or special Act, and all regulations and by-laws enacted under them that prohibit the proposed use of the building unless the Act, regulation or by-law is complied with. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 29

54 Applicable Law (1), Div. A What does this mean? Before a building permit can be issued it must be reviewed for compliance with all applicable law November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 30

55 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Section 34 of the Planning Act: Zoning By-law Zoning By-law (former Town of Thornbury) Zoning By-law (former Twnshp. Collingwood) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 31

56 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Section 41 of the Planning Act: Site Plan Control Plan of Subdivision; Peaks Bay Hazard (H) & Escarpment (E) land use Natural Heritage features & development constraints as identified in the TBM Official Plan November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 32

57 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Section 34 & 38 of the Public Transportation & Highway Improvement Act : Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) Within 45m of Highway 26 (sewer & water) Within 395m from centre point of intersection Measured as-the-crow flies MTO Land Use/Permit November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 33

58 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Section 28 & 53 of the Development Charges Act : Town Development Charges County of Grey Development Charges November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 34

59 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Section 24(3) Niagara Escarpment Planning & Development Act : Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC) If within NEC regulated area: development permit may be required. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 35

60 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Regulations under the Conservation Authorities Act : Grey Suable Conservation Authority (GSCA) Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 36

61 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Section 41 of the Planning Act: Site Plan Control Plan of Subdivision; Peaks Bay Hazard (H) & Escarpment (E) land use Natural Heritage features & development constraints as identified in the TBM Official Plan November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 37

62 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM Building Permits By-law : Classes of permits, plans, specifications and documents. Fees and refunds of fees Notices for inspections and additional prescribed inspections (wood fireplaces) Use of forms Authority to request as-built drawings Transfer of permits to new owners Fencing of construction and demolition sites November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 38

63 Applicable Law (1), Div. A Applicable Law in TBM As a value added service Building Services Staff: Will provide a cursory review at the front service counter for applicable law (GSCA, MTO, etc.) Identifies any show stoppers or red flags early in the permit application process November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 39

64 Applicable Law (1), Div. A November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 40

65 2012 OBC: PART 9 CHANGES November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 41

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68 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B Attics and Roof Spaces Loading requirements for ceiling joists or truss bottom chords in residential attics and roof spaces have been revised November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 44

69 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B Attics and Roof Spaces 0.35 kpa (7psf) No change in loading; Wording changes and removed the 1.0m (3-3 ) attic height provision Precludes the storage of equipment or materials November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 45

70 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B Doors to Rooms Containing Water Closets NEW sentence A door shall be provided to each room containing a water closet within a dwelling. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 46

71 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B Entrance Doors NEW sentence A door shall be provided to each entrance to a dwelling unit. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 47

72 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Doorway Sizes 2006 OBC: , Div. B 2012 OBC: , Div. B New subsection, same requirements November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 48

73 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes 9.6, Div. B NEW Section Glass New North American fenestration standard for windows, doors and skylights (AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440) have been introduced November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 49

74 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Performance of Windows, Doors & Skylights NEW Section General Performance Criteria - sets criteria for windows, doors and skylights when in the closed position, including: Resist rain ingress Resist wind loads Control air leakage Resist ingress of insects and vermin Resistance to forced entry Easily operable, unless fixed units November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 50

75 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Heat Transfer Performance NEW Sentence Sets requirements to control condensation on windows, doors and skylights and ensure comfortable conditions for the occupants November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 51

76 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Thermal Characteristics of Windows, Doors & Skylights NEW Sentence and Table Maximum thermal transmittance (U-value) or minimum temperature index (I) for windows, doors and skylights have been introduced November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 52

77 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes Table , Div. B November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 53

78 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes & , Div. B Manufactured Windows, Doors & Skylights NEW Subsections New Subsections added with requirements for manufactured and site-built windows, doors and skylights November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 54

79 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Sealants, Trim & Flashing No new requirements Sealants, trims and flashings from other sections have been consolidated into this new Article. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 55

80 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Installation of Windows, Doors & Skylights New installation standard: CSA440.4 Wood shims permitted (pressure treated) Reference to manufacturer s instructions. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 56

81 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes & , Div. B Manufactured Windows, Doors & Skylights Changes mainly affect window manufacturers ask your window supplier! November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 57

82 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Stairs, Ramps, Landings, Handrails and Guards in Garages NEW Sentence Requirements for stairs, ramps, landings, handrails and guards within dwelling units have been extended to garages serving single dwelling units November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 58

83 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Height Over Stairs No changes to headroom requirements Article amended to clarify how the clear height over stairs is determined. measured vertically, over the clear width of stair, from a straight line tangent to the tread and landing nosings to the lowest point above November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 59

84 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Height Over Stairs November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 60

85 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Height Over Stairs November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 61

86 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes Table , Div. B Rise, Run and Tread Depth for Rectangular Treads Maximum rise, run and tread depth for public stairs have been revised. No changes to private stair dimensions November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 62

87 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Uniformity and Tolerances for Risers and Treads Tolerances for risers & treads amended. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 63

88 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Tolerances for Risers & Treads Between Adjacent Treads & Landings Between tallest and shortest riser in flight 2006 OBC 2012 OBC 6 mm (1/4 ) 5 mm (<1/4 ) 6mm (1/4 ) 10mm (3/8 ) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 64

89 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Uniformity and Tolerances for Risers and Treads November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 65

90 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (5), Div. B Slope of Treads The cross slope of treads & landings increased: 2006 OBC: 1 in OBC: 1 in 50 Example: sloping garage floors. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 66

91 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Required Handrails Handrail requirements amended November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 67

92 New Table 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes Table , Div. B Handrails for Stairs & Ramps Table Summarizes existing requirements Two handrails required serving a ramp >1100mm (3-7 ) in width November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 68

93 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes Table , Div. B Height of Handrails Amended to clarify how the height of handrails on stairs and ramps is measured and to increase their minimum height November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 69

94 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Height of Handrails Minimum height increased 2006 OBC: 800mm (2-7 ) 965mm (3-2 ) 2012 OBC: 865mm (2-10 ) 965mm (3-2 ) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 70

95 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Height of Handrails November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 71

96 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Required Guards Requirements for guards now includes protection requirements for windows and glazing Same requirements as 2006 OBC, relocated November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 72

97 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (6), Div. B New Sentence Height of Guards The height of guards for exterior stairs and landing more than 10m (32-10 ) above adjacent ground level shall not be less than 1500mm (4-11 ). November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 73

98 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Design to Prevent Climbing Prescriptive requirements have been removed: i.e. not >450mm offset horizontally & vertically; 15mm offset etc. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 74

99 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Design to Prevent Climbing Basic premise of not to facilitate climbing remains in the 2012 OBC: No horizontal member between 140mm (5-1/2 ) and 900mm (2-11 ) that will facilitate climbing November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 75

100 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Egress From Bedrooms Same requirements; now located under , Div. B November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 76

101 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Sound Patterns of Smoke Alarms New requirement The sound pattern of smoke alarms shall: a) Meet the temporal patterns of alarm signals, or b) Be a combination of temporal pattern and voice relay. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 77

102 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Sound Patterns of Smoke Alarms November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 78

103 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Location of Smoke Alarms New requirement Smoke alarms now required in EACH sleeping room within a dwelling. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 79

104 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Location of Smoke Alarms November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 80

105 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Location of Smoke Alarms November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 81

106 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes New requirement , Div. B Power Supply for Smoke Alarms Smoke alarms are now required to be provided with a battery as an alternative power supply capable of providing power: For at least 7 days in normal condition; Followed by 4 minutes of alarm November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 82

107 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Moisture Protection for Interior Finishes 2006 OBC Title: Interior Dampproofing of Walls OBC: Moisture Protection for Interior Finishes Interior moisture protection requirements for foundation walls have been clarified November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 83

108 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Moisture Protection for Interior Finishes The interior surface of foundation walls below ground level shall be protected by means that minimize the ingress of moisture from the foundation wall into the interior space, where: a) A separate interior finish is applied to the concrete foundation wall that is in contact with the soil, or b) Wood members are placed in contact with such walls for the installation of insulation or finish. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 84

109 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Moisture Protection for Interior Finishes did I say clarified? Essentially recognizes new and innovative products that fulfill multiple functions November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 85

110 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 86

111 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Sump Pits Sump pit covers must now be sealed to maintain the continuity of the air barrier system November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 87

112 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B Unsupported Height of Foundation Walls 2006 OBC: Limited to 2.5m (8-2 ) 2012 OBC: Increased height up to 3.0m (9-10 ) Prescriptive Tables have been revised November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 88

113 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B The prescriptive tables in Part 9 for unreinforced solid concrete and block foundation walls : (Table A) 2006 OBC: Limited to 2.5m (8-2 ) unsupported height 2012 OBC: Increases to 3.0m (9-10 ) unsupported height November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 89

114 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes What does this mean? (1), Div. B Eliminates the requirement for a Professional Engineer design provided the foundation wall is less than 3.0m (9-10 ) in unsupported height. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 90

115 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1), Div. B November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 91

116 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (6)., Div. B Vapour Barrier Materials Requirements for insulation that functions as the vapour barrier introduced November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 92

117 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Vapour Barrier Materials a) Products installed to function as the vapour barrier shall protect the warm side of wall, ceiling and floor assemblies. b) Where the same product is used for the vapour barrier and the insulation shall be installed sufficiently close to warm side, to prevent condensation at design conditions. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 93

118 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (6)., Div. B Vapour Barrier Materials What does this mean?? Assemblies where the vapour barrier is located partway through the insulation meet the intent provided that it can be shown that the temperature of the vapour barrier will not fall below the dew point of the heated interior air. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 94

119 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes Best Practice Guide November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 95

120 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Properties and Position of Materials in Building Envelope Properties and position requirements for low permeance materials amended and relocated from Article of the 2006 Building Code November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 96

121 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Sealants Subsection changed from Caulking to Sealants. CGSB caulking standards replaced with ASTM sealant standards and backer rod requirements introduced November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 97

122 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Sealants Introduction of a number of ASTM Standards: a) ASTM C834, Latex Sealants b) ASTM C920, Elastomeric Joint Sealants c) ASTM C1184, Structural Silicone Sealants d) ASTM C1311, Solvent Release Sealants. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 98

123 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes & , Div. B (2006) Ceramic Tile Prescriptive requirements for ceramic tile deleted. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 99

124 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Required Water Supply Dwelling units are required to have a water distribution system when a drinking water system is available November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 100

125 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes , Div. B Location of Carbon Monoxide Alarms The term detector has been replaced with the term alarm and the manufacturer s recommended installation height has been added November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 101

126 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1)(d), Div. B Required Fixtures Drainless composting toilet option introduced for dwelling units November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 102

127 BREAK! November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 103

128 2012 OBC: SB-12 CHANGES November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 104

129 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes RESOURCE CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENTAL INTEGRITY November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 105

130 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Part 12: Overview Every section in Part 12 has been revised : Energy Efficiency, Carbon Dioxide Equivalents and Peak Electric Demand 12.3: Energy Efficiency for Residential Buildings of residential Occupancy Within the Scope of Part : Water Efficiency November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 106

131 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes (3), Div. B Energy Efficiency Design The energy efficiency of a building of residential occupancy shall: 1. Meet the performance level rating of 80: Energuide ; OR 2. Conform to Chapters 1 & 2 of MMAH SB-12 November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 107

132 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Carbon Dioxide Equivalents Does not apply to residential Part 9 buildings November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 108

133 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Peak Electric Demand Does not apply to residential Part 9 buildings November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 109

134 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B NRG Efficiency of Residential Buildings OK this section does apply! November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 110

135 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Thermal Design Requirements Previous amendment to 2006 OBC removed this from Part 12, Div. B. Now in SB-12 : Energy Efficiency for Housing November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 111

136 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Temperature Control in Dwelling Units Programmable thermostats now required. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 112

137 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Temperature Control in Dwelling Units Exceptions: House where space heating energy is supplied by: 1. A solid fuel-burning appliance; or 2. Ground Source Heat Pump November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 113

138 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes (2) Div. B Temperature Control in Dwelling Units The programmable thermostat shall: Allow the setting of different air temperatures for at least: a) Four time periods per day; and b) Two different day-types per week Include a manual override Allow the setting of the air temperature to a) 13 C or lower in heating mode, and b) 29 C or higher in cooling mode where a/c provided. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 114

139 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes (3) Div. B Temperature Control in Dwelling Units A manual thermostat is permitted IF it: a) Controls heating or cooling system with capacity not more than 2kW, or b) Serves and individual room or space November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 115

140 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Hot Water Piping Insulation Hot water pipes that are vertically connected to a hot water storage tank are required to have: a) Heat traps on both inlet and outlet piping b) A minimum of RSI (R3.5) over the first 2.5m (8 ) of the hot water outlet piping. c) A minimum of RSI (R3.5) over the inlet piping between the heat trap and the tank. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 116

141 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Hot Water Piping Insulation November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 117

142 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Hot Water Piping Insulation November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 118

143 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Coming down the pipe: 2015 A furnace serving a dwelling unit shall be equipped with an electronically commutated motor November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 119

144 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes Div. B Coming down the pipe: 2015 Cooking appliances and clothes dryers and every kitchen and laundry space shall be provided with: An electrical outlet, and A natural gas line or propane line November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 120

145 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Water Efficiency All buildings shall conform to the water efficiency requirements of , Div. B November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 121

146 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Water Efficiency Let s jump to Part 7 to review the amended water efficiency requirements November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 122

147 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Water Efficiency Maximum flow rate for shower heads: 2006 OBC: 9.5 L/min OBC: 7.6 L/min. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 123

148 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Water Efficiency Maximum water consumption per flush for urinals: 2006 OBC: 3.8 L/flush (LPF) 2012 OBC: 1.9 LPF November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 124

149 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Water Efficiency Maximum water consumption per flush for water closets: 2006 OBC: 6.0 L/flush (LPF) 2012 OBC: 4.8 LPF November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 125

150 2012 OBC: Part 12 Changes , Div. B Our Inspectors have now been equipped with water flow meters. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 126

151 2012 OBC: PART 8 CHANGES November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 127

152 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Site Evaluation 2006 OBC: (1) A site evaluation shall be conducted on every site where a new or replacement system is to be installed. (2) The percolation time shall be either by percolation tests or classifying the soil according to the Unified Soil Classification System described in SB-6 November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 128

153 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Site Evaluation: Percolation Time 2012 OBC: (1) The percolation time shall be either by conducting percolation tests or (2) classifying the soil according to: (1) the Unified Soil Classification System described in SB-6 or (2) The Soil Texture Classification described in Chapter 3 of USDA. Soil Survey Manual November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 129

154 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes Table B, Div. B Other Occupancies 2006 OBC: Nursing Homes, Rest Homes, etc OBC: Long-Term Care Homes, etc. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 130

155 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Treatment Units NEW sub clauses added November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 131

156 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Other Treatment Units NEW sentence November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 132

157 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes Table , Div. B Effluent Quality Criteria values changed. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 133

158 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes Table , Div. B Notes to Table added: November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 134

159 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes Table , Div. B Other Treatment Units NEW sentence November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 135

160 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes Table , Div. B Other Treatment Units Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 136

161 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes Table , Div. B Other Treatment Units Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 137

162 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Limitations on Installation New Article & Sentence November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 138

163 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Distribution Pipes within Leaching Beds New Article, Sentence & Clauses November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 139

164 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Length of Distribution Pipe Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 140

165 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Construction Requirements Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 141

166 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Filter Beds Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 142

167 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Loading Requirements Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 143

168 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Loading Requirements Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 144

169 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Shallow Buried Trench; Const. Requirements November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 145

170 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Type A Dispersal Beds Type A dispersal bed: means a leaching beds that receives Level IV effluent from a treatment unit and is comprised of a stone layer as described in Subsection November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 146

171 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Type B Dispersal Beds Type B dispersal bed: means a leaching bed that comprises of a pressurized distribution system that uniformly distributes highly treated effluent to the underlying soil through a set of distribution pipes installed in a bed comprised of septic stone. November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 147

172 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Sampling of Treatment Units November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 148

173 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Sampling of Treatment Units New Sentence November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 149

174 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Sampling of Treatment Units New Sentence & Clauses November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 150

175 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Grease Interceptors New Sentence November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 151

176 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Class 4 Sewage Systems Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 152

177 2012 OBC: Part 8 Changes , Div. B Pressurized Distribution Systems Revised Sentence (similar wording in 2006 OBC) November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 153

178 2012 OBC: ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES & TRANSITION PERIOD November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 154

179 2012 OBC: Part 9 Changes (1)(c)., Div. C Documentation on Site New Sentence Minister s rulings must be kept and maintained on the construction site i.e. Blow-In-Blanket System (BIBS) Minister Ruling Number: (13198-R) File No: Issued on May 30, 2011 Revised August 16, 2011 November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 155

180 2012 Ontario Building Code Administrative Changes Occupancy Permits Amendments to the 2006 OBC requires Occupancy Permits before a house or building is occupied What is required for Occupancy? November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 156

181 2012 Ontario Building Code , Div. C The structure of the building is substantially complete The building envelope including cladding, roofing, windows, vapour & air barriers is substantially complete. Vapour barrier in basement mechanically protected The required electrical supply is provided Required firefighting access routes provided Required exits, floor access & egress systems Handrails, guards, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors and fire separations and firestopping complete & operational Required exhaust fume barriers & self closing devices between the house and attached garage Water supply, sewage disposal, lighting & heating systems November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 157

182 2012 Ontario Building Code (1)(b)(iv), Div. C NEW: protection of foamed plastics required by , B For example: i.e. Spray foam in between headers in an unfinished basement November 14, OBC Update: TBM Building Services 158