Thresholds & Level Floors
Lower thresholds, level floor transitions and slip-resistant surfaces, the 13 mm public-building reference, and funding to check
How is a raised saddle between rooms removed in an Ottawa house?
Removing a raised saddle between rooms is a flooring and subfloor task.
Does March of Dimes pay for anti-slip flooring in Ottawa?
The March of Dimes Canada Home and Vehicle Modification Program does list anti-slip flooring as an eligible modification, but with a material restriction: vinyl or ceramic tiles only.
What is the 13 mm rule for thresholds in Ontario?
The 13 mm bevel rule comes from Section 3.8 of the Ontario Building Code, which governs barrier-free design in public buildings.
Do I need a permit to lower thresholds in my Ottawa home?
Lowering or removing thresholds is not on the City of Ottawa's published list of work that requires a permit, and it is also not on the list of work that is explicitly exempt.