The Ontario Building Code | Stairs, Ramps, Landings, Handrails and Guards in Garages
9.8.1.2. Stairs, Ramps, Landings, handrails and Guards in garages
(1) Except as provided in Sentence 9.8.6.2. (3), stairs, ramps, landings, handrails and guards in a garage that serves a single dwelling unit shall conform to the requirements for stairs, ramps, landings, handrails and guardswithin a dwelling unit.
Note: On July 1, 2017, Sentence 9.8.1.2.(1) of Division B of the Regulation is amended by striking out "single dwelling unit" and substituting "houseor an individual dwelling unit". (See: O. Reg. 139/17, s. 75)
In Plain Language
Stairs, ramps, landings, handrails, and guards located in garages must meet the requirements set out in this article, which may differ somewhat from those for stairs elsewhere in the house.
This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.