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The Ontario Building Code | Application

9.7.1.1. application

(1) This Section applies to,

(a) windows, doors and skylights separating conditioned space from unconditioned space or the exterior, and

(b) main entrance doors.

(2) For the purpose of this Section, the term "skylight" refers to unit skylights, roof windows and tubular daylighting="http://thehandyforce.com/electrical/" title ="East York Electrician">lighting devices.

(3) For the purpose of this Section, the term "doors" includes glazing in doors and sidelights for doors.

9.7.2. Required windows, Doors and Skylights

In Plain Language

This article defines when and where the requirements in this Section covering windows, doors, and skylights apply, setting the scope for the provisions that follow.

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.