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• R703.1.2

  Wind Resistance

  • Cladding, soffits and their fastening resist the local cladding wind loads, tested to ASTM E330 or designed for bending, pull-out and pull-through.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 7, Wall CoveringRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R301.2.4.1

  Alternative Provisions

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

• R330.6

  Electrical Installation

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• R802.11.1

  Truss Uplift Resistance

  • Truss tie-downs resist the uplift on the truss drawings (or the uplift table); rafter tie-downs use the table or a design, and roof beams are designed.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R602.10.6.5.2

  Veneer Exceeding First-Story Height

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

• IBC 1810.3.9.4

  Seismic reinforcement

  • Requirements for seismic reinforcement; see linked sections.

  Works withIBC 1810.3.9.4.1IBC 1810.3.9.4.2IBC 1810.2.1IBC 1810.3.9.1

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 18, Soils and FoundationsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R304.1

  Location Required

  • Under-floor wood needs treated or durable lumber when joists are within 18 in of the ground, girders 12 in or columns 8 in.
  • Siding, sheathing and framing need decay protection if closer than 6 in to soil or 2 in above an exposed slab or step.
  • Decay protection is also needed for framing within 8 in of ground on foundation walls, sills on ground slabs without a barrier, girder pockets under 1/2 in clearance, weather-exposed members and basement columns not on a 1 in pedestal.

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• R310.1.2

  Installation

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