PART 4 — STRUCTURAL DESIGNUpdated for the 2024 Ontario Building Code
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4.3.5.1.Design Basis for Aluminum
(1) Buildings and their structural members made of aluminum shall conform to CSA S157/S157.1, “Strength design in
aluminum/Commentary on CSA S157-17, Strength design in aluminum,” using the loads stipulated in Section 4.1., in
accordance with limit states design in Subsection 4.1.3.
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Code text is reproduced for reference from the Ontario Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24, 2024 Building Code Compendium). This page is provided for general information and is not an official copy. Always verify requirements against the official Ontario Building Code and confirm with your local building department.