9.23.2.3.(1)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of inadequate resistance to or protection from surface water or water from the ground transferred by capillary action through masonry or concrete, which could lead to wood decay, which could lead to an inability to resist expected gravity or lateral loads.

This is to limit the probability of compromised structural integrity, which could lead to:

• structural collapse of wood-frame construction, or
• where framing members are part of an environmental separator, the excessive deformation, displacement or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could lead to deterioration, which could lead to further compromised structural integrity.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.