The Ontario Building Code | Exterior Balconies
3.2.2.11. exterior Balconies
(1) An exterior balcony shall be constructed in accordance with the type of construction required by Articles 3.2.2.20. to 3.2.2.83., as applicable to the occupancy classification of the building.
In Plain Language
An exterior balcony must be built using the same construction type required generally for the building under Articles 3.2.2.20 to .83, based on its occupancy classification.
This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.