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9.15.4.5.(4) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 |
Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
Attribution | |
Application | Application 1: Size, spacing and placement of reinforcement around
openings in flat insulating concrete form foundation walls
not subject to surcharge, for buildings to which
Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application
of Part 9], that 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 of insufficient reinforcement around
openings or that reinforcement around openings will not be adequate to ensure
a bond develops between the concrete and the reinforcement, which could lead
to loads not being transferred across openings, which could lead to concrete
cracking or the displacement of foundation walls. 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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