In Plain Language

This clause sets spatial separation requirements between buildings: generally the rules in Subsection 3.2.3 apply, but in the specific case covered by Sentence (2), buildings must be at least 9 m apart regardless.

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.