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9.23.4.4.(1) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH4 | OH1 | OS1 | OS3 |
Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
Attribution | |
Application | Application 1: Reduction in maximum spans or spacing of lumber joists
used to support floors with a concrete topping, in residential applications
or where the live load on any floor does not exceed 1.9
kPa, in wood-frame constructions to which Section 9.23. applies
[see Sentence 9.23.1.1.(1) for application of Section 9.23.].
Exceptions:
except as stated in Sentence 9.23.4.4.(2), which applies where
the concrete:
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of excessively long spans, which
could lead to inadequate strength to support the additional weight of a concrete
topping, which could lead to excessive deflection or failure. 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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