Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 17 - Structural Tests and Special Inspections
Section 1710 - STRUCTURAL OBSERVATIONS
Subsection 1710.3 - Structural observations for wind requirements
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs 1710.3
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Structural observations shall be provided for those structures sited where the basic wind speed exceeds 110 mph (49 m/sec) determined from Figure 1609, where one or more of the following conditions exist:
1. The structure is classified as Occupancy Category III or IV in accordance with Table 1604.5.
2. The building height of the structure is greater than 75 feet (22 860 mm).
3. When so designated by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design.
4. When such observation is specifically required by the building official.
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