The following summarizes NPC 300 POW noise impact requirements:
Daytime Level (dBA) | Nighttime Level (dBA) | Ventilation Requirements and Warning Clauses | Special Building Components |
---|---|---|---|
55 | 50 | Not Required | Not Required |
55 – 65 | 50 – 60 | Yes, with Type C Warning Clause | Not Required |
66 or more | 60 or more | Yes, with Type D Warning Clause | Yes |
Table B.1 summarizes the predicted worst-case sound levels and the requirements for the units.
The following warning clause is required:
Warning Clause C: "This dwelling unit has been designed with the provision for adding central air conditioning at the occupant's discretion. Installation of central air conditioning by the occupant in low and medium density developments will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the indoor sound levels are within the sound level limits of the Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change."
Warning Clause D: "This dwelling unit has been supplied with a central air conditioning system which will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the indoor sound levels are within the sound level limits of the Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change."
Indoor Living Areas – Building Components (NPC 300, Section C7.1.3)
The building must be constructed to standard Ontario Building Code requirements. Improved building components are required as summarized in Table B.1. JJAE has assumed 20% window to floor area coverage and that windows are thick and operable.