Ontario Building Code Revision effective Jan 1, 2015 changes affecting our industry and tips from a former building inspector

What we’ll cover Highlights of changes to the OBC Effective January 1, 2015 Regardless of OBC, municipal by-Laws apply Other parts of the code to be aware of Dealing with Exceptions Tips from an experienced building inspector

Highlights of Changes Particulate emission limits (obc 9.33.1.2 ) CSA – B415 or EPA (NSPS at November 1, 2013) Installation (obc 9.22.10.2) & (6.2.1.4) References a more recent version of CSA-B365 The Ontario Fire Code (OFC) has also made this revision

What other parts of the OBC should I be aware of? 2012 requirement for smoke alarms/CO detectors (3.2.4.22 / 6.2.12) To be located in all sleeping rooms as well as outside of every sleeping area. protection against depressurization (9.32.3.8) an HRV is required anytime there is a solid fuel appliance located within the dwelling part  6  allows for a pressure test to verify  that the house  doesn’t  depressurize more than 5pa RESIDENTIAL APPLICATIONS (9.10.19)

Can I install a model without an epa label ? Yes,  however  you must request the Building inspector's approval  where the inspector  uses  Part 11 of the OBC or if model is a Certified Factory Built Fireplace Only solid fueled appliance not required to have EPA certification Municipalities may not allow for these units Always confer with your local authorities

Does the code allow me to install an antique? OBC Part 11 Trade offs for older buildings available to Municipal inspectors A relationship with your local authority is advised to have an opportunity to make use of this item Compliance Alternatives (9.33.1.2); C.196 - regarding Sound, used or antique appliances;

Tips to help your business Building permit Regular permits provide basis for relationship with local inspectors Interpretation of the code by local building departments is the most important factor to determine compliance to the code In case of fire, a permit places the insurance of the Municipality behind you

Key ideas Look for an EPA label – to verify particulate emissions requirements are met A building permit is always advised Don’t undervalue a relationship with your local building department When in doubt contact HPBAC or your manufacturer for additional information

Wood Burning Appliances CSA-B365 9.22.10.2 Installation (1) The installation of fireplace inserts and hearth mounted stoves vented through the throat of a fireplace shall conform to CSA-B365, "Installation Code for Solid-Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment". (2) Fireplace inserts and hearth mounted stoves vented through the throat of a fireplace described in Sentence ( l) may be installed in existing fireplaces only if a minimum thickness of 190 mm of solid masonry is provided between the smoke chamber and any existing combustible materials, unless the insert is listed for lesser clearances. (3) A fireplace insert installed in a masonry fireplace shall have, a. a listed metal chimney liner installed from the insert collar to the top of the chimney, or b. a direct sealed connection to the chimney flue where such provision is part of an insert conforming to Sentence 9.22.10.1.(1). Installation codes 9.22.10.2 (Fireplaces) 6.2.1.4 (Central heating systems) Replacement of the previous version of B365, with the more recent 2010 version of B365.

Residential Fuel Burning appliances Section 6.2.12 6.2.1.4 Installation Standards (1) The installation of solid fuel-burning appliances for central heating systems shall comply with CAN/CSA-B365, "Installation Code for Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances and Equipment" and the manufacturer's installation instructions. …….. (5) The design and installation of solid fuel-burning stoves, ranges and space heaters, including the requirements for combustion air, shall conform to the requirements of CAN/CSA-B365, "Installation Code for Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances and Equipment'' and the manufacturer's installation instructions. …………………. (7) Solid fuel-burning stoves ,furnaces and hydronic heating systems designed to burn solid fuels, other than coal, shall conform to the particulate emission limits of, (a) CSA B415.1, "Performance Testing of Solid-Fuel-Burning Heating Appliances", or (b) the "Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters", set out in Subpart AAA of Part 60 of Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, published by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, as it read on November I, 2013. (See A-9.33.1.2.(2) in Appendix A.) Installation reference Replacement of the previous version of B365, with the more recent 2010 version of B365 Minimum Particulate limits Revised EPA - NSPS in 2015 will include new limits and classifications Most standard models will be tested to these new limits

Particulate emissions limits CSA-B415.1 EPA (Nsps) 9.33.1.2. Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances (l) The design, construction and installation, including the provision of combustion air, of solid-fuel burning appliances and equipment, including stoves, cooktops and space heaters, shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365, "Installation Code for Solid-Fuel-Burning Appliances and Equipment". (See Appendix A.) (2) Solid fuel-burning stoves, furnaces and hydronic heating systems designed to bum solid fuels, other than coal, shall conform to the particulate emission limits of, CSA B415.1, "Performance Testing of Solid-Fuel-Burning Heating Appliances", or the "Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters", set out in Subpart AAA of Part 60 of Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, published by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, as it read on November 1, 2013.   Minimum Particulate limits Revised EPA - NSPS in 2015 will include new limits and classifications Most standard models will be tested to these new limits

Smoke Alarms / Detectors Smoke & CO Detectors 6.2.12 Location of Carbon Monoxide Alarms (1) Where a fuel-burning appliance is installed in a suite of residential occupancy, a carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed adjacent to each sleeping area in the suite. 3.2.4.22 Smoke Alarms (1) except as permitted by sentence (6), smoke alarms conforming to CAN/ULC-S531, "smoke alarms", shall be installed in each dwelling unit and, except for care, care and treatment or detention occupancies required to have a fire alarm system, in each sleeping room not within a dwelling unit. ………………………………….. (6) suites of residential occupancy are permitted to be equipped with smoke detectors in lieu of smoke alarms, provided the smoke detectors, (a) are capable of independently sounding audible signals within the individual suites, (B) except as provided by sentence (7), are installed in conformance with CAN/ULC-S524, "installation of fire alarm systems", and verified in conformance with CAN/ULC-S537, "verification of fire alarm systems", (C) and form part of the fire alarm system. (7) Smoke detectors permitted to be installed in lieu of smoke alarms as provided in sentence (6) are not required under clause (6)(b) to sound an alarm throughout the rest of the building, provided they sound localized alarms within individual suites and otherwise meet the requirements of clause (6)(b). (See appendix A.) Smoke Alarms / Detectors 3.2.4.22 Carbon Monoxide Detectors 6.2.12

Compliance Alternatives Section 11.5.1 Alternative to 9.33.1.2. C196 - Sound, used or antique appliances are acceptable, provided that: (A) visual examination shows no excessive weakening by corrosion or other damage, (B) no structural parts are missing, (C) No cracks are present in the components intended to support the appliance or enclose the fire, and (D) Loading and ash removal door latches and hinges hold the door closed. Alternative to 9.33.4.3.(1) C197 - Carbon monoxide alarms may be battery operated or plugged into an electrical outlet. Alternative to 6.2.2.1.(2) B79 - Required outdoor air rates may be provided by mechanical, natural or combination of natural and mechanical means. Compliance alternatives are typically used in cases of retrofit or renovation. And may be applied solely at the discretion of the local Building official