The Ontario Building Code | Foundation Required

9.35.3.1. foundation Required

(1) Except as permitted in this Subsection, foundationsconforming to Sections 9.12. and 9.15. shall be provided for the support of carport and garage super-structures, including that portion beneath garage doors.

In Plain Language

A foundation is required for a garage under the conditions set out in this article.

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.