R606.12.1.1

Section R606.12.1.1 is titled 'Floor and roof diaphragm construction' and covers requirements for wall construction. The requirement for floor and roof diaphragms to be constructed in accordance with other sections of this code, dependent on materials used, and where located in certain seismic zones and exceeding a specific size ratio, for edge fasteners to have a maximum spacing is established. The purpose of this section is to prevent structural failure.

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