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9.10.15.5.(5)
OP3
ObjectiveOP3 Protection of Adjacent Buildings from Fire
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Combustible projections on the exterior of walls, such as balconies, platforms, canopies, eave projections and stairs, in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9], where such projections:
  • are more than 1 m above ground level,
  • could expose an adjacent building to fire spread, and
  • are within
Exceptions: 
except:
  • for buildings that contain 1 or 2 dwelling units only, and
  • as stated in Sentence 9.10.15.3.(1), which applies to the calculation of the limiting distance where there are inadequate firefighting capabilities.
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that fire will spread from the subject building to an adjacent building during the time required for emergency responders to perform their duties, which could lead to damage to the adjacent building.
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