ctcray...Apparently you've missed the point of this post entirely. The questions are purely theoretical in nature designed to ignite a discussion. How we actually design the structure is not part of the issue at hand. I challenge you and everyone else to provide a thoughtful and appropriate...
My coworkers and I have been having several long and involved discussions on the Wind Exposure Categories described in the 2006 IRC. Several questions have arisen out of what we feel are "grey areas". We understand that the code refers to ASCE 7 under certain circumstances, but these questions...