A Division A-3 Part A-3.5 Section A-3.5.2. Subsection A-3.5.2.1. Article A-3.5.2.1.(2) Sentence A-3.5.2.1.(2)(a) Clause A-3.5.2.1.(2)(a)(I) Subclause 1.1.3.2. Schedules
AI summary This section outlines the structure of the document, detailing the hierarchical division of sections, subsections, articles, sentences, and clauses under the 'Schedules' section.
3.1.1.14. Article 1.3.3.2. (Part 1, Division A, Volume 1) amended Article 1.3.3.2. (Part 1, Division A, Volume 1) of the National Building Code of Canada 2005 is amended by adding new Sentence 1.3.3.2.(2) (Part 1, Division A, Volume 1). Se...
AI summary This section amends Article 1.3.3.2. of the National Building Code of Canada 2005 by adding a new sentence that modifies the application of certain articles to buildings classified as Group C and residential occupancies exceeding 300 m2 in building area. It also deletes and replaces Table 3.2.2.47.
2.6.4.1. Water Supply Fittings - (1) The flow rates of fittings that supply water to a fixture shall not exceed the maximum flow rates at the test pressures listed for that fitting in Table 2.6.4.1. - (2) Sentence (1) does not apply to a f...
AI summary This section specifies that water supply fittings must not exceed maximum flow rates at test pressures as listed in Table 2.6.4.1, with an exception for fixtures in heritage buildings.
Preamble Whereas the Building Code Act, RSNS 1989, Chapter 46, hereinafter referred to as the 'Act' applies to the construction or demolition of a building; And Whereas the Minister of the Department of Labour and Workforce Development has...
AI summary The preamble outlines the legal framework governing building construction and demolition in Nova Scotia, referencing the Building Code Act and the Nova Scotia Building Code. It emphasizes the role of architects and engineers in ensuring compliance with design standards and the requirement for inspections during construction.
buildings ; And Whereas architects and professional engineers are required by their respective statutes, regulations, and bylaws, to ensure the general public of competent standards and ethical conduct in the design of buildings ; And Wher...
AI summary The text discusses the legal and regulatory requirements for architects and engineers in Nova Scotia, emphasizing their responsibility to ensure buildings meet the minimum standards of the Nova Scotia Building Code through proper design and inspection processes.
3.8.2.1. Areas Requiring a Barrier-Free Path of Travel (See Appendix A-3.8.2.1. NSBCR) - (1) Except as permitted by Sentence (2), a barrier-free path of travel from the entrances required by Sentences 3.8.1.2.(1) and (2) to be barrier-free...
AI summary This section outlines the requirements for providing barrier-free paths of travel in buildings, specifying which areas must have such paths and exceptions where they are not required. It references the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations (NSBCR) and other related articles for additional requirements.
Schedule D Alternate Compliance Methods for Existing Buildings No. Code Requirement Alternate Compliance Method 5 Rating of Supporting Construction 3.1.7.5. (Part 3, Division B, Volume 1); 9.10.8.3. (Part 9, Division B, Volume 1) Supportin...
AI summary The document outlines alternate compliance methods for existing buildings under Schedule D. It provides exceptions to fire resistance and continuity of fire separations requirements when certain conditions are met, such as full sprinkler systems and non-combustible construction.
Table 1.3.1.2. Documents Referenced in the Building Code Forming Part of Sentence 1.3.1.2.(1) Issuing Document Title of Code CSA CAN/CSA-C13256-1- 01 Water-Source Heat Pumps —Testing and Rating for Performance — Part 1 Water-to-Air Heat an...
AI summary The text presents a table listing documents referenced in the Building Code, including standards from CSA and SMACNA, and their corresponding code sections. These documents pertain to HVAC and heat pump performance standards.
APPLICABLE LOADS FOR LOADING CONDITIONS EMPTY RATION LOADS (SHUTDOWN) NORMAL ABNORMAL (UPSET) DEAD (FIXED) LOADS Dead Load of Structure Х X Х X X plus fireproofing Х Х Х Х Dead Load of Equipment Х Х Х Х Х plus internals, fireproofing insul...
AI summary The document outlines various types of loads applicable to different loading conditions, including dead, construction, live, process, maintenance, and environmental loads. It specifies the applicability of these loads during shutdown, normal, and abnormal conditions and references the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) and applicable provincial codes for load combinations and factors.
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