9.22.1. General

9.22.1. General
9.22.1.1. Application
  1. Except when otherwise specifically stated herein, this Section applies to masonry fireplaces constructed on-site.
9.22.1.2. Masonry and Concrete
  1. Except as otherwise stated in this Section, unit masonry shall conform to Section 9.20. and concrete to Section 9.3.
  2. Masonry above openings shall be supported by steel lintels conforming to Sentence 9.20.5.2.(2), reinforced concrete or a masonry arch.
9.22.1.3. Footings
  1. Footings for masonry and concrete fireplaces shall conform to Section 9.15.
9.22.1.4. Combustion Air
  1. Where a supply of combustion air is provided directly to the fire chamber of a fireplace, including a factory-built fireplace, the installation shall comply with the "Outdoor Air Supply" requirements provided in CAN/CSA-A405-M, "Design and Construction of Masonry Chimneys and Fireplaces."