Adoption Info of California Steel Construction Code 2016
Official title 2016 California Steel Construction Code
Effective dates January 1, 2017 – December 31, 2019
Adopts with amendments AISC 360-10, Specification for Structural Steel Buildings
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Overview The AISC 360-10 Specification for Structural Steel Buildings provides comprehensive requirements for the design, fabrication, and erection of structural steel buildings. It includes guidelines for materials, design procedures, fabrication practices, erection standards, and quality control to ensure the structural integrity and performance of steel buildings.
The 2016 California Steel Construction Code adopts the AISC 360-10 with specific amendments tailored to California’s unique conditions. These modifications address state-specific seismic considerations, detailing requirements, and compliance with regulations to ensure that structural steel buildings in California meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability.
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