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9.15.2.4.(1) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 | + |
Objective | OH4 Vibration and Deflection Limitation |
Attribution | |
Application | Application 1: Foundations of wood-frame
construction for buildings to which Part 9 applies
[see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9], where
the foundations are:
Exceptions:
except as stated in Sentence 9.15.1.2.(1), which applies to foundations and footings for buildings erected
on permafrost.
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability that the performance of wood-frame
foundations will fall significantly below expectations, which could lead to
an inability to support vertical building loads or lateral earth loads, which
could lead to damage to the foundation and the superstructure.
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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