Intent 1:
To limit the probability that the base shear used
for the design of the structure will be based on a value obtained
from a model that is more flexible than an actual structure would
be, which could lead to a base shear value that is lower than it should
be, which could lead to:
- the excessive deformation of, or excessive stress in,
the structural elements, which could lead to damage to the building,
or
- the excessive deformation of, or excessive stress in,
the building structure, which could lead to damage to the building,
which could impede the intended use and occupancy of the building.