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
EXPOSED STRUCTURAL FLOOR IS OUT OF LEVEL
Acceptable Performance/Condition
Where a floor structure is intended to be level, the floor shall appear level when viewed from a normal viewing position. Where a floor structure has some slope it shall meet the requirements of the design. Where no design tolerances are specified, a maximum tolerance ratio of 25 mm in 3600 mm applies. Abrupt changes in the surface which create a tripping hazard are not acceptable.
Warranty
One-Year - Work and Materials. Ridges and depressions caused by normal shrinkage of materials are excluded from the statutory warranty.
Action
Floors with slope beyond the acceptable performance shall have finishes removed, the floor leveled and the finishes reinstated. Visible ridges or depressions exceeding the acceptable condition shall be repaired.
Remarks
The homeowner must maintain finished flooring in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and prevent the accumulation of water on flooring.