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9.12.2.2.(6)
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Application
Application 1: 
Foundation depths for:
  • buildings that are of other than masonry or masonry veneer construction, and whose superstructure conforms to the requirements of the deformation resistance test in CAN/CSA-Z240.2.1, “Structural Requirements for Mobile Homes,” and
  • accessory buildings
    • that are not more than 1 storey in height,
    • that are not more than 55 m2 in building area, and
    • where the distance from finished ground to the underside of the floor joists is not more than 600 mm.
This applies to of 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 exempt from the application of Sentence 9.12.2.2.(1), which requires foundations to extend below the depth of frost penetration,
  • buildings for which surface foundations are suitable, and
  • small buildings that are not usually occupied and that represent little or no hazard to persons should they experience structural failure.
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