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9.15.2.3.(3) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 |
Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
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Application | Application 1: Maximum height of pier-type foundations for buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9] that are 1 storey in building height, where the foundations are:
Exceptions:
except as stated in Sentence 9.15.1.2.(1), which applies to foundations and footings for buildings erected
on permafrost.
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of piers with an excessive height-to-width
ratio, which could lead to piers tilting or toppling under expected wind or
seismic loads. This is to limit the probability of compromised
structural integrity, which could lead to:
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
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