Intent 1:
To limit the probability of:
- concentrations of stress in areas that typically experience
higher levels of lateral stress (e.g. around openings), which could
lead to an inability to resist transverse or vertical loads, and
- inadequate load distribution among the wythes of multiple-wythe
masonry walls.
This is to limit the probability of
cracking or buckling.
This is to limit the probability of:
- compromised structural integrity of masonry construction,
- where masonry construction is part of an environmental
separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation
elements, which could lead to deterioration, or
- an inability to resist expected loads, which could lead
to:
- the excessive movement or deformation of walls, or
- the excessive deflection or vibration of floors.
This is to limit the probability of:
- the space being unsuitable for its intended use,
- compromised operation of windows or doors, or
- damage to the building.