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.
For floors and elements supporting floors, this is to limit
the probability of excessive movement, deflection or vibration, which
could lead to negative effects on the psychological well-being of
persons.