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Sole Occupancy Unit ("SOU")

Sole Occupancy Unit ("SOU")

According to the National Construction Code ("NCC"), a sole-occupancy unit ("SOU") means a room or other part of a building for occupation by one or joint owner, lessee, tenant, or other occupier to the exclusion of any other owner, lessee, tenant, or other occupier and includes—

  1. a dwelling; or
  2. a room or suite of rooms in a Class 3 building which includes sleeping facilities; or
  3. a room or suite of associated rooms in a Class 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 building; or
  4. a room or suite of associated rooms in a Class 9c building, which includes sleeping facilities and any area for the exclusive use of a resident.

Each SOU is distinct from other parts of the building, and occupants have control over their specific unit, including access and use, while sharing common property or areas with other occupants (e.g., hallways, elevators, or gardens).

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    In preparing this definition, we have drawn from various sources including Legislation, Codes, Standards and industry information, research and knowledge.  Like the english language, these definitions may subtly change from time to time. As such these definitions are provided solely on the basis that users will be responsible for making their own assessment of the definition and and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.