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// CODE SNIPPET

2308.11.3.3 Openings in Horizontal Diaphragms

Building Code 2012 of South Holland, IL > 23 Wood > 2308 Conventional Light-Frame Construction > 2308.11 Additional Requirements for Conventional Construction in Seismic Design Category B or C > 2308.11.3 Framing and Connection Details > 2308.11.3.3 Openings in Horizontal Diaphragms

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Openings in horizontal diaphragms with a dimension perpendicular to the joist that is greater than 4 feet (1219 mm) shall be constructed in accordance with the following:

Blocking shall be provided beyond headers.
Metal ties not less than 0.058 inch [1.47 mm (16 galvanized gage)] by 1¹/₂ inches (38 mm) wide with eight 16d common nails on each side of the header-joist intersection shall be provided (see Figure 2308.11.3.3). The metal ties shall have a minimum yield of 33,000 psi (227 MPa).

FIGURE 2308.11.3.3
OPENINGS IN HORIZONTAL DIAPHRAGMS

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