Residential Garage Structural Design – Timmins
A structural engineering design was completed for a new residential garage in Timmins, Ontario.
The project included foundation and slab-on-grade structural design prepared in accordance with the Ontario Building Code and applicable CSA standards.
Location: Timmins, Ontario
Completion: July 2026
Sector: Residential
1. The Challenge
The project required a structural design for a new detached residential garage.
Existing Site Conditions:
The foundation design was developed based on assumed native soil conditions requiring site verification before construction.
Climate Requirements:
The structure was designed to address local climatic conditions, including frost protection requirements for Northern Ontario.
Code Compliance:
The structural design was prepared to comply with the Ontario Building Code (OBC 2024) and applicable CSA standards.
2. The Engineering Solution
The structural design incorporated a reinforced slab-on-grade foundation with thickened perimeter edges for the proposed garage.
a) Foundation Design:
Structural details were developed for the slab, perimeter foundation, reinforcement, and construction requirements.
b) Cold Climate Protection:
The design incorporated frost protection, insulation, vapour barrier, and drainage provisions suitable for heated construction.
c) Construction Coordination:
General structural notes, material specifications, and site verification requirements were included to support accurate construction and code compliance.
3. The Outcome
The project delivered a complete structural engineering design for a residential garage, providing a practical and code-compliant foundation system suitable for construction in Ontario. The final design supports safe construction, structural performance, and compliance with OBC 2024 and applicable CSA standards.