24 105913 ALT

Project Description

Proposed Alternative Solutions for - The HVAC system for the building is being upgraded, with the provision of individual heat pump units within each suite. With these upgrades, the existing bulkheads in the dwelling units need to be increased to conceal the new equipment and ductwork.The bulkheads were designed to comply with the ceiling height requirements of the 2012 Ontario Building Code (OBC), as amended. However, the bulkhead area was increased due to installation / construction challenges. Construction of the bulkheads is complete in approximately 50% of the dwelling units. The increased bulkhead areas negatively impact the ceiling heights based on the requirements of the OBC.This Alternative Solution provides rationale in support of the increased bulkhead areas, both the as-constructed conditions, as well as the remaining bulkheads to be constructed in the remaining dwelling units, do not negatively impact the performance level of the building.

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