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4.1.8.6.(3) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 |
Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
Attribution | |
Application | Application 1: Restrictions and special requirements applicable to
irregular structures in areas where IEFaSa(0.2)
is equal to or greater than 0.35.
Exceptions:
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability that the structural design of buildings
for earthquake will not take into account the effects that irregularities
have on the structural system, which could lead to structural failure, which
could lead to harm to persons. Intent 2: To direct Code users to Article 4.1.8.10., which
contains additional system restrictions. |
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