In Plain Language

Where a foundation will rest on, in, or near sloping ground, that specific site condition must be accounted for in the design, since sloped ground can affect bearing capacity and stability differently than level ground.

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.