Sentence 9.23.2.2.(1)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of inadequate moisture resistance or inadequate provision for drying, which could lead to extended exposure to surface water or to water from the ground transferred through masonry or concrete, which could lead to wood decay, which could lead to an inability to resist expected gravity or lateral loads, which could lead to excessive movement, deflection or deformation.

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

• structural collapse of wood-frame construction, or
• where framing members are 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.