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2508.5.1 Diaphragm proportions

Florida Building Code 2014 > 25 Gypsum Board and Plaster > 2508 Gypsum Construction > 2508.5 Horizontal gypsum board diaphragm ceilings > 2508.5.1 Diaphragm proportions
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The maximum allowable diaphragm proportions shall be 11/2:1 between shear resisting elements. Rotation or cantilever conditions shall not be permitted.
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