In Plain Language

This article is marked 'Reserved' — the numbering slot is held without an active requirement, consistent with how the Code preserves its structure across revisions.

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.