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Commentary
on the International Building Code (IBC) Chapter 23 - Wood
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This
document provides commentary for each section withn Chapter 23 - Wood of
the International Building Code. Perforated shearwalls and the basis
for conventional construction are featured. |
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Wood Use Provisions
in the 1999 SBC and 2000 IBC
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This
document highlights some of the differences between the 1999 SBC and the
2000 IBC for wood products application and design while pointing out the
traditional opportunities for wood in the SBC and the corresponding provision
of the IBC. The format of this document will assist the reader in
applying the information contained herein to the actual text of the code.
This publication is intended to give the reader insight into the provisions
of the 2000 IBC that regulate wood products. |
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Wood
Use Provisions in the 1999 BOCA NBC and 2000 IBC
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This
brochure highlights some of the differences between the 1999 BOCA National
Building Code and the 2000 International Building Code. The document notes
where significant provisions of the IBC are identical or similar to those
of the BNBC; and where provisions are significantly different, a comparison
is provided. To assist the reader in applying the information provided
in the brochure to the actual text of the code, various sections of this
brochure are titled to correspond with the code chapters to which they
apply. Chapter subject matter and number in the IBC are the same
as in the BNBC since both are based on the common code format utilized
by the three model code organizations. |
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Wood
Use Provisions in the 1997 UBC and 2000 IBC
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This brochure highlights the differences between the 1997 ICBO Uniform Building Code and the 2000 International Building Code. The document notes where significant provisions of the 2000 IBC are identical or similar to those of the 1997 UBC; and where provisions are significantly different, a comparison is provided. To assist the reader in applying the information provided in the brochure to the actual text of the code, various sections of this brochure are titled to correspond with the code chapters to which they apply. Chapter subject matter and number in the IBC are the same as in the UBC since both are based on the common code format utilized by the three model code organizations. Although most of the information contained herein pertains to IBC provisions which specifically address wood and wood construction, some of what is discussed has general application. The reader is urged to always consult the current edition of the code and the authority having jurisdiction for local amendments. |
