Intent 1:
To limit the probability of inadequate lateral stiffness
of walls, which could lead to an inability to resist lateral loads
or inadequate distribution of gravity loads.
Where
masonry units support or are part of an environmental separator, this
is to limit the probability of:
- cracking of masonry or mortar, which could lead to excessive
moisture transfer, or
- cracking or buckling, which could lead to the displacement
or failure of required environmental separation elements.
This is to limit the probability of:
- condensation,
- precipitation ingress,
- moisture ingress,
- excessive heat transfer,
- pollutant ingress, or
- compromised thermal performance of components intended
to resist heat transfer.
This is to limit the probability of:
- an inadequate control of temperatures in interior spaces,
drafts, relative humidity or water accumulation,
- the generation of pollutants from biological growth
or from materials that become unstable on wetting, or
- deterioration, which could lead to further compromised
integrity of environmental separators.
This is to limit the probability of:
- negative effects on the air quality of indoor spaces,
- the inadequate thermal comfort of persons, and
- contact with moisture.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.