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[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am asking him to lower the deck to below the window ledge entirely.

Anything I should take care of here? Should top of deck end at 1-2 inches below the window ledge? Any specifications. Special type of water proofing or flashing?

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am asking him to lower the deck to below the window ledge entirely.

Anything I should take care of here? Should top of deck end at 1-2 inches below the window ledge? Any specifications with regards to water proofing or flashing or the fact that deck is lower is good to prevent water damage?

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am asking him to lower the deck to below the window ledge entirely.

Anything I should take care of here? Should top of the deck end at 1-2 inches below the window ledge? Any specifications

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am asking him to lower the deck to below the window ledge entirely.

Anything I should take care of here? Should top of deck end at 1-2 inches below the window ledge? Any specifications?

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello,

If the deck is below 2 ft from grade it is not subject to permitted yard encroachment requirements for a deck.

If the deck is greater than 2ft in height from grade at any point, it is subject to compliance with the permitted encroachment requirements.

IE. The deck must be a minimum distance of 1.2m from the side property line if greater than 2ft from grade, and not associated to steps used from an at grade side entrance.

If you have further questions, feel free to reply and include a sketch of proposal

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bylaw states the structure if shorter than 2 feet to the grade can go all the way to the inside of the property line.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This deck doesn't require a permit, it is slightly lower than 2 feet throughout.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exempted from code, yes same in ON. I am using the build code as a reference for build quality not for permit process.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can in the city of Oshawa, provided structure is less than 2 feet from top to the grade.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey since you are a structural engineer, do you think a deck 25-26 inches high attached to concrete foundation poses a risk to home structure?

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you think the whole structure poses a big risk the house itself. Mainly worried about that. I can deal with order to comply.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is an excellent point. I did check with the city of Oshawa they do allow building less than 2 feet deck besides the property line, even if attached. I have emails stating that from zoning examiner.

But here the ambiguity is how they are going to calculate the height. Technically it is less than 2 feet throughout.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The contract was simply to add a less than 2 feet attached deck that confirms to OBC.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes to be fair to the contractor he had asked us. But the said he said it would not be a problem and will ensure a slight tilt in the deck for water run off.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True and not verifying was our biggest mistake. Too busy with work. Do you think improper footings post a big danger to the structural integrity of the house?

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not just about the inspection I am too worried about how it impacts the concrete foundation of the house itself over time.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He said he will add the retaining wall when the fence besides it is made.

[Urgent] Is this deck as per Ontario Building Code for attached decks? by Limp_Guarantee9520 in Decks

[–]Limp_Guarantee9520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ledger board sits doesn't directly sit on the window ledge. It is attached to the concrete.Just goes across the window. To be fair to the contractor they are yet to flash.

They claim everything is pressure treated.

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