The Ontario Building Code | Open-Air Storage Garages
9.10.18.8. Open-Air Storage garages
(1) Except as required in Article 9.10.18.1., a fire alarm system is not required in a storage garage conforming to Article 3.2.2.83. provided there are no other occupancies in the building.
In Plain Language
Open-air storage garages, which are naturally ventilated, have adjusted fire alarm requirements set out in this article reflecting their lower fire risk profile compared to enclosed garages.
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.