Sentence 9.20.12.1.(2)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of excessive eccentricity of loads, which could lead to foundation walls being unable to resist gravity loads or earth pressure from the exterior, which could lead to cracking of foundation walls and supported walls or floors.

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

• structural failure of masonry construction, or
• where masonry construction is part of an environmental separator, the excessive deformation, 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.