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3.2.3.6.(1)
OP3
ObjectiveOP3 Protection of Adjacent Buildings from Fire
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Combustible projections on the exterior of a wall that could expose an adjacent building to the spread of fire and are more than 1 m above ground level, including balconies, platforms, canopies, eaves projections and stairs, where such projections are within:
This applies to buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A.
Exceptions: 
except for a building containing one or two dwelling units only.
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability of the spread of fire from the building to an adjacent building during the time required for emergency responders to perform their duties, which could lead to damage to adjacent buildings.
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