The Ontario Building Code | Polyethylene Pipe Used Underground
7.2.5.6. Polyethylene pipe Used Underground
(1) Polyethylene pipe used underground in a drainage system for rehabilitation of existing systems using trenchless technology shall conform to ASTM F714, "Polyethylene (PE) Plastic pipe (SDR-PR) Based on Outside Diameter" and shall be HDPE 3408, SDR 17 or heavier.
In Plain Language
Polyethylene pipe used underground in a drainage system specifically for rehabilitating existing systems (like pipe-relining projects) must meet requirements tailored to this specialized rehabilitation application.
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.