Intent 1:
To limit the probability that the design base shear
for the structural analysis of cold formed structures designed to
CAN/CSA-S136 will not take into account all the factors that affect
the expected magnitude and distribution of seismic forces and displacements
in the building structure, which could lead to :
- the excessive deformation of, or excessive stress in,
the structural elements, which could lead to damage to the building,
or
- the excessive deformation of, or excessive stress in,
the building structure, which could lead to damage to the building,
which could impede the intended use and occupancy of the building.