Building Sections A5.01

Oct 23, 2026

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Architectural contract drawing notes governing duplexed building sections. The document defines ownership and copyright, limits modification or reproduction without written permission, and clarifies the architect’s responsibility boundaries. It states that drawings must not be scaled, requires contractors to verify dimensions and report discrepancies, and specifies how exposed mechanical/electrical items are coordinated across architectural, mechanical, and electrical documents. It also outlines issuance requirements, code compliance standards, warranty limitations, and references an original CMHC pattern book.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

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Reading Time3 min

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Contract document terms

Ownership, permission, and service instrument

Contractor responsibilities and verification

Construction and coordination requirements

No scaling and discrepancy reporting

Mechanical/electrical item placement rules

Compliance, issuance, and warranty limits

Building code and Ontario regulation compliance

Issuance for construction and warranty disclaimer

Reference materials and revisions

CMHC pattern book acknowledgment

Revision and transmittal information

1. Copyright of this drawing is reserved by the Architect. The drawing and all associated documents are an instrument of service by the Architect. The drawing and the information contained therein may not be modiﬁed or reproduced in whole or in part without prior written permission of the Architect. 2. These Contract Documents are the property of the Architect. The Architect bears no responsibility for the interpretation of these documents by the Contractor. Upon written application, the Architect will provide written/graphic clariﬁcation or supplementary information regarding the intent of the Contract Documents. If Construction Administration services are included in the Architect's scope of work, The Architect will review Shop Drawings submitted by the Contractor for design conformance only. 3. Drawings are not to be scaled for construction. The Contractor is to verify all existing conditions and dimensions required to perform the work and report any discrepancies with the Contract Documents to the Architect before commencing or continuing with any work. 4. Positions of exposed ﬁnished mechanical or electrical devices, ﬁttings, and ﬁxtures may be indicated on architectural drawings. The locations shown on the architectural drawings govern over the Mechanical and Electrical drawings. Those items not clearly located will be located as directed by the Architect. General and construction notes are intended to apply at all locations affected by the work. For locations of work refer to structural, mechanical and electrical documents, in addition to architectural. 5. These drawings are not to be used for construction unless noted below as "Issuance: For Construction"and countersigned by the Architect. 6. All work is to be carried out in conformance with the most current Building Code and Bylaws of the authorities having jurisdiction. All plumbing and drainage work to conform to current Ontario regulations. All electrical work to conform to Ontario Hydro Electrical Safety Code as amended. 7. The Architect of these plans and speciﬁcations gives no warranty or representation to any party about the constructability of the building(s) represented by them. All contractors or subcontractors must satisfy themselves when bidding and at all times ensure that they can properly construct the work represented by these plans. 8. Original Drawings and designs generously provided by CMHC's 'Pattern Book' from 1947 titled: 67 Homes for Canadians available at the link: [https://eppdscrmssa01.blob.core.windows.net/cmhcprodcontainer/sf/project/archive/house_plans/catalogues/ca1-](https://eppdscrmssa01.blob.core.windows.net/cmhcprodcontainer/sf/project/archive/house_plans/catalogues/ca1-)[mh-47p68_w.pdf](mh-47p68_w.pdf) © Thomson Architecture, Inc. OAA License 8154. Rev. ID Transmittal Set Name Change ID Change Name Date 01-WIP Issued for Certiﬁcation Review Work in Progress Work in Progress thomson architecture inc 1017 Dominion Rd. Stanhope, ON K0M 1S0 cell: 705.935.0355 oﬃce: 705.935.0355 email: [thomsonarch@icloud.com](thomsonarch@icloud.com) BeHome MONO 1BR Rvrse project no. 2044 Site Address: TBD Revision 01-WIP Building Sections A5.01 CL B | | | | --- | --- | | | | 33 ~~ ~~SSCeAcLE:~~t~~i1o:3n2~~ 33 ~~0~~ ~~2'~~ ~~4'~~ ~~6'

FAQs

Can contractors modify or reproduce these drawings without permission?

No. The drawings and associated documents may not be modified or reproduced in whole or in part without prior written permission from the Architect.

Are the drawings intended to be scaled for construction?

No. The drawings are not to be scaled for construction, and the contractor must verify all existing conditions and required dimensions before proceeding.

How should exposed mechanical or electrical devices be located across drawings?

Architectural drawings govern over mechanical and electrical drawings. Items not clearly located are placed as directed by the Architect, and referenced structural, mechanical, and electrical documents should be consulted for locations of work.

Oct 23, 2026

Uploaded by asda1da