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  1. JTHandy

    Wind Load in ICC - Possible Error?

    ICC (2003) Section 1609.2 - Definition for EFFECTIVE WIND AREA is nearly the same as the definition in the ASCE-7-02 - Section 6.2 except for the ICC refers to the Tables 1909.6.2.1(2) and 1609.6.2.1(3) where the ASCE-7-02 refers to Figures 6-11 through 6-17. Both refer to the product GCp. The...
  2. JTHandy

    Heavy Live Load Reduction

    Is it appropriate to design for 1607.9.1 for all cases? Is 1607.9.2 used as a less conservative backup? The study guide seems to rely heavily on the latter - does not check the 1607.9.1 spec. I believe the 1607.9.2 is from the UBC. If so, the author is likely providing examples from past...
  3. JTHandy

    Heavy Live Load Reduction

    The ICC (2000, 2003) states that if you have a minimum live load of over 100 lbs/sf you can not reduce it, except only for columns (then it is a reduction of 20%). A study guide interprets this to only apply to storage facilities. In an example, they present a library building with a live load...

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