Construction Performance Guidelines
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About the Guidelines
These helpful guidelines outline work and material deficiencies in new homes and residential condominium units covered under the statutory warranty [...]
Article Number
2.11
Condition
PRECAST CONCRETE CRACKING
Acceptable Performance/Condition
There shall be no cracks that penetrate through the full depth of a precast concrete panel.
Warranty
One-Year - Work and Materials
Action
The vendor/builder shall obtain expert advice considering the structural and building envelope implications of the cracking to determine if remedial action is required. The identified actions must be completed.
Remarks
Some cracking which does not fully penetrate a panel may still be structurally significant and may require review.