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9.31.4.3.(1)
OH1
ObjectiveOH1 Indoor Conditions
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Floor drains in dwelling units, in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9], where gravity drainage to a sewer, drainage ditch or dry well is possible.
Application 2: 
This also applies to buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A, as stated in Sentence 7.1.3.2.(1) which makes Section 9.31. applicable to dwelling units in all buildings.
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability of accumulation of water in basements.
This is to limit the probability of:
  • an inadequate control of relative humidity,
  • the generation of pollutants from biological growth or from materials that become unstable on wetting, or
  • deterioration, which could lead to compromised integrity of environmental separators.
This is to limit the probability of:
  • negative effects on the air quality of indoor spaces,
  • the inadequate thermal comfort of persons, and
  • contact with moisture.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
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