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The 2006 IBC Structural Q&A Application Guide has been co-branded with NCSEA and answers the most frequently asked questions on the 2006 International Building Code structural code provisions. The questions presented in this book are real questions which are commonly asked by building officials and structural engineers. Many answers are accompanied by illustrations that provide a clear understanding of both the intent and meaning of specific code text.
This guide is an essential resource for anyone involved with the 2006 International Building Code structural provisions, including architects, inspectors, building officials, plans examiners, structural engineers, civil engineers, instructors and students.
Pertinent 2006 International Building Code section text is reprinted for easy reference, followed by questions and answers pertaining to the particular section. This allows for quick reference to questions and answers on specific code sections.
When used in connection with careful review of the code, the 2006 IBC Structural Q&A Application Guide will enhance your understanding and ability to apply the code effectively.
From the Preface
The International Code Council is proud to introduce the updated question-and-answer application guide dedicated exclusively to the structural provisions of the 2006 International Building Code. The questions presented in this document, 2006 IBC Structural Q&A Application Guide, are commonly asked questions that arise in the application of code provisions during design, plan review, construction, and daily code enforcement. Many of the answers include helpful illustrations (not drawn to scale) that provide a clear understanding of both the intent and meaning of the code text. This document is an essential resource for anyone involved with the 2006 International Building Code structural provisions, including architects, inspectors, building officials, plans examiners, structural engineers, civil engineers, instructors, and students.
The code or referenced standard text is often reprinted for easy reference, followed by questions and answers pertaining to the particular section. This allows for quick reference to questions and answers on specific code sections. The following eight structural chapters are covered in this application guide:
- Chapter 16: Structural Design
- Chapter 17: Structural Tests and Special Inspections
- Chapter 18: Soils and Foundations
- Chapter 19: Concrete
- Chapter 21: Masonry
- Chapter 22: Steel
- Chapter 23: Wood
- Chapter 25: Gypsum Board and Plaster
There is no substitute for careful study of each code provision. This application guide will not qualify the user as an expert in the code. However, when used in connection with careful review of the code, it will enhance the reader's understanding and ability to apply the code effectively.
The applications and illustrations published herein are those of the ICC staff and are not binding on the authority having jurisdiction. The authority having jurisdiction has the ultimate responsibility for rendering interpretations of the code. |
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