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// CODE SNIPPET

R609.3 Reinforced Grouted Multiple-Wythe Masonry

Minnesota Residential Code 2015 > 6 Wall Construction > R609 Grouted Masonry > R609.3 Reinforced Grouted Multiple-Wythe Masonry
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Reinforced grouted multiple-wythe masonry shall conform to all the requirements specified in Sections R609.1 and R609.2 and the requirements of this section.

R609.3.1 Construction

The thickness of grout or mortar between masonry units and reinforcement shall not be less than 1/4 inch (7 mm), except that 1/4-inch (7 mm) bars may be laid in horizontal mortar joints at least 1/2 inch (13 mm) thick, and steel wire reinforcement may be laid in horizontal mortar joints at least twice the thickness of the wire diameter.

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