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9.15.5.2.(2) | Application | Intent |
| OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 |
| Objective | OH4 Vibration and Deflection Limitation |
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| Application | Application 1: Beams supported below the top of foundation walls
of masonry units, 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 of inadequate protection, which
could lead to beam ends being exposed to water from rain or melting snow,
which could lead to rotting or corrosion of the ends of beams.
This is to limit the probability of:
For floors and elements supporting floors, this is to limit the
probability of excessive movement, deflection or vibration, which could lead
to negative effects on the psychological well-being of persons.
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