Intent 1:
To limit the probability that the building and its
structural elements will not be designed in accordance with an acceptable
method that will provide equivalent levels of safety and performance
as the requirements in Part 4 do, which could lead to:
- the excessive deformation of, or excessive stress in,
structural components, which could lead to damage to the building,
and
- the excessive deflection or excessive vibration of structural
components, which could impede the intended use and occupancy of the
building.