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Efflorescence commonly occurs on masonry and of itself is normal and not warranted. Concentrations of efflorescence that persist over time may indicate an underlying concern that may have warranty coverage.

Attics should be provided with sufficient ventilation (if designed to include ventilation), air sealing and thermal insulation, and roofs should have adequate eaves protection to minimize ice damming and icicle formation.

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.

Roofs shall allow no water penetration.

Water shall not become trapped under roofing membrane.

Membrane system must be installed in a good workmanlike manner free from damage and shall meet the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the design.

Roof ballast must be installed in a good workmanlike manner meeting the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the design.

Fire stopping shall be installed in accordance with the Ontario Building Code and the design.

Fire separations should be constructed to meet the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the design.

Partition is constructed to meet the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the design.

Sidewalks, driveways, roadways and similar areas shall be constructed to prevent shifting or settlement that causes damage or affects intended use.

The site shall be graded to shed water in accordance to the requirements of the design. Where no grade is specified in the design for a slope, a minimum gradient of 2% is considered acceptable; sod or graveled areas may have a minimum gradient of 1%.

The landscaping shall be completed according to the design and for more clarity, according to the landscape drawings approved by the municipality.