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
Condition
LEAKS DUE TO SNOW OR RAIN DRIVEN INTO THE BUILDING THROUGH LOUVRES, GRILLES OR VENTS
Acceptable Performance/Condition
Vents, grilles and louvers must be designed and constructed to prevent the entry of rain, snow and insects into the building (unless they are designed to accommodate such penetration and incorporate drainage). Vents, grilles and louvers shall be installed in accordance with the Ontario Building Code.
Warranty
One -Year – Ontario Building Code Violations. Two -Year – Building Envelope Water Penetration. Water penetration resulting from improper maintenance or an act of God is excluded from the statutory warranty
Action
Defective material or improper installation resulting in water penetration into the building shall be repaired.
Remarks
Under some conditions, slight amounts of precipitation may be driven into roof vents, grilles and louvers and may subsequently dry without causing damage. This condition is warranted only where there is a demonstrated defect in work or materials supplied by the builder that result in water damage or ponding.