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Code Connection: IRC 2006: What's Coming!

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Code Connection: IRC 2006: What's Coming!

  • The 2006 IRC changes that apply to roof framing or roof trusses include: R301.5 attic loading; R802.10.2.1 snow loading; R802.10.3/R502.11.2 reference to BCSI; R802.3.1 rafter/ceiling joist connections; and R806.4 conditioned attic spaces. 
  • The 2006 IRC changes that apply to wall panels include: R302, R309 exterior wall; R317 unit separation; R502.2.1 load path through floor at braced wall lines; R602.3.2 wall plate splices; R602.10 braced wall lines; and R703 exterior wall covering and fasteners. 
  • The 2006 IRC general changes that impact component design include: R301.2.1 wind speed; R301.2.2.2 seismic; and R319 fasteners and treated wood.
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