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9.11.2.1.(2)
OH3
ObjectiveOH3 Noise Protection
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Minimum sound transmission class rating of wall construction separating dwelling units from elevator shafts or refuse chutes, in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that occupants will be exposed to excessive levels of airborne noise from elevator shafts or refuse chutes, which could lead to negative effects on the psychological well-being of persons.
Intent 2: 
To supersede the requirement stated in Sentence (1), in situations where dwelling units are adjacent to an elevator shaft or a refuse chute.
Intent 3: 
To direct Code users to:
  • Subsection 9.11.1., which refers to standardized methods of establishing the sound transmission class ratings of wall, floor and ceiling assemblies, and
  • a series of tables in Appendix A-9.10.3.1., which list the sound transmission class ratings assigned to a selection of wall, floor and ceiling assemblies.
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