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9.23.12.3.(3) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS1 | OS3 |
Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
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Application | Application 1: Minimum depth and maximum length of wood lintels in loadbearing, 38 mm by 64 mm stud
walls, in wood-frame constructions to which Section 9.23. applies
[see Sentence 9.23.1.1.(1) for application of Section 9.23.].
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of insufficiently deep or excessively
long lintels, which could lead to the inadequate transfer of expected gravity
loads from roof, wall or floor framing to supporting studs. 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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