Sentence 9.24.3.1.(2)

  1. OH1
  2. OS2
  3. OP2
  4. OS1
  5. OS3

Objective

OP2 Structural Sufficiency of the Building

Attribution

[F20,F22-OP2.3]Applies to elements that support or are part of an environmental separator.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of inadequately anchored runners, which could lead to an inability to resist expected lateral and gravity loads, which could lead to:

  • misaligned top and bottom ends of studs, or
  • the displacement of studs.

This is to limit the probability of the excessive movement or deformation of walls, which could lead to:

  • the structural failure of walls, or
  • for exterior walls, the excessive deformation, displacement or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could lead to deterioration.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • the space being unsuitable for its intended use,
  • compromised operation of windows and doors, or
  • damage to the building.
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