One good example of why it's good to require that calcs be submitted -- keeps people honest and keeps designers up to speed with current Code requirements.
In Key West, Florida, I found that the common practice was to design, permit, and build according to perscriptive methods, none of which is...
Hi all and thanks for your input -- all was helpful.
FYI -- I've done some homework. According to the Florida Buildig Code,
a) conventional construction not allowed in zones > 100pmh basic wind speed (Sec. 2308.2)
b) minimum plan review criteria includes submittal of engineering...
Very helpful. Didn't know such a thing existed -- thanks.
I've also contacted the Florida Structural Engineer's Association to chat with them about code enforcement.
TFL -- I don't think you need to include 2x10's @ 16" oc in your calcs. I think that'd be quite optional.
However, for lateral-load-resisting system, I'd expect to show: What are the wind forces acting on the building?
What are the shear forces in the diaphragms?
What is the shear load in a...
I find it weird.
It appears to me that not only are the calcs not being submitted/reviewed, but that they're not being done. The common practice seems to be conventional in Monroe County, Florida, where it should be engineered designs.
I would expect to see SOME level of review by the...
Here's my perspective --
For design of structures that are not in seismic or high wind areas, I concur -- there's no reason to submit calculations, provided that a building is within the limits of conventional construction.
However, for design of structures within high seismic, or high wind...
I'm interested to hear other engineers' experiences regarding use of conventional construction versus engineered designs for residences -- specifically in Florida.
My experience is as follows: have spent my career doing structural engineering in California (SF Bay area). Building departments...
Thanks -- that was hugely helpful. Needed to make sure I wasn't a little crazy before I detailed those connections.
For the record, there's lots more hardware in a Florida house than a California house -- in 150 mph zones, anyway. Who knew!
Have read through previous threads regarding C&C vs. MWFRS forces.
Am designing connections for residential trusses in a 150 mph wind zone. Two-story, wood-framed residence. I don't typically design in high wind area, so am less familiar with the typical detailing.
According to my calcs...
