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What are the code requirements for stair framing, and are there any resources to assist in their design?
How do building size limits for the new tall mass timber construction types approved for the 2021 IBC compare to limits for existing types?
When designing a mass timber building, what are the key design considerations related to fire ratings, panel thickness/member size, and occupancy?
Should roof ponding be included as a design criteria or loading condition in low-slope wood-frame roofs?
What design and detailing considerations exist when splicing shear wall top plates at wall discontinuities?
When does the code require parapets? What construction and fire-resistance requirements exist for parapets?