9.14.2.1.(2)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of excessive lateral loading on foundation walls, which could lead to the movement or cracking of foundation walls or building superstructures.

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

• structural failure, or
• for environmental separators or elements supporting environmental separators, the 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.