BOAF Interpretations

Interpretation #8486

Original Request

Requested By: Kelly Green
Requester E-Mail: kellygreen1130@gmail.com
Code Version: 2017
Code: RESIDENT
Code Description:
Chapter: Chapter 3 Building Planning
Section: 301.2.1
Topic: Wind Design Criteria
Question: Is it the intent of R301.2.1 to allow the ASCE design manual to be considered an "alternative methodologies" as referenced in FBC 2017, Building 107.3.4.2? And can this methodologies be used by contractors to design residential structures for permitting purposes?

Answer:

ASCE is not set up as a Construction manual. It is a design tool that a design professional or properly trained person, such as a contractor, can use to calculate an appropriate structure based on calculations. There are also other options within R301.2.1.1 that are manuals that a contractor could use for submitting a wind compliance method. Training and knowledge is the key to using this information.

On 12/08/2020 at 2:53 PM

Commentary:

None.

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