In Plain Language

Crawl spaces need foundations meeting the requirements set out in this article, similar in principle to full basement foundations but adjusted for this shallower space.

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.