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What is NYC BC § 2505.1?

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This section outlines the requirements for wood-frame shear walls sheathed with gypsum board, gypsum panel products, or lath and plaster. These walls must be designed to resist wind and seismic loads as specified in Section 2306.3 and are subject to limitations in ASCE 7. Applies to building owners involved in construction or renovation projects.

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2505.1 Resistance to shear (wood framing).

BC § 2505.1

Wood-frame shear walls sheathed with gypsum board, gypsum panel products or lath and plaster shall be designed and constructed in accordance with Section 2306.3 and are permitted to resist wind and seismic loads. Walls resisting seismic loads shall be subject to the limitations in Section 12.2.1 of ASCE 7.

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