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• R606.13.2

  Bonding With Wall Ties or Joint Reinforcement

  • Tied wythes use one 3/16 in tie per 4-1/2 sq ft (24 in vertical, 36 in horizontal), adjustable ties or joint reinforcement one per 2.67 sq ft at 16 to 24 in, plus ties within 12 in of openings.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Wall ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R331.2

  Installation

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R310.7.3

  Permanent Fixture

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R608.1

  General

  • Exterior concrete walls follow this section, PCA 100, ACI 318 or ACI 332, with light-frame interiors; drawings needn't be sealed unless state law says so.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Wall ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R608.9

  Requirements for Connections—General

  • Concrete walls connect to floors and roofs using the prescriptive details where the tables allow, proprietary connectors, or a design; wood framing must have specific gravity 0.42 or more.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Wall ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R502.5

  Allowable Girder and Header Spans

  • Lumber girder and header spans follow Tables R602.7(1) to R602.7(3).

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 5, FloorsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R905.2.8.3

  Sidewall Flashing

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Roof AssembliesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R905.10.4

  Attachment

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Roof AssembliesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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