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9.15.3.2.(1) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 |
Objective | OS3 Safety in Use |
Attribution | |
Application | Application 1: Base for concrete footings for foundations that
are installed on soils having an allowable bearing
pressure of 75 kPa or greater, for buildings of
wood-frame or masonry construction to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Exceptions:
except as stated in Sentence 9.15.1.2.(1), which applies to buildings that are erected on permafrost.
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability that foundations will settle under
expected building loads, which could lead to foundations cracking, which could
lead to damage to the foundation or the superstructure. This
is to limit the probability of:
For floors and elements supporting floors, this is to limit the
probability of excessive deflection, which could lead to persons tripping
or falling, which could lead to harm to persons.
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