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9.15.2.4.(1)
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Attribution
(b)
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].
Exceptions: 
except as stated in Clause 9.15.2.4.(1)(a), which applies to wood-frame foundations that conform to CAN/CSA-S406, “Construction of Preserved Wood Foundations,” that are not subject to surcharge and are supported on stable soils having an allowable bearing pressure of not less than 75 kPa, and that are configured to conform to the design assumptions of the standard.
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To expand the application of Part 4 to include the design of foundations of wood-frame construction for Part 9 buildings where the design assumptions exceed those stated in CAN/CSA-S406.
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