Oregon Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions 2014 Adoption Info
Official title 2014 Oregon Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions
Effective dates July 1, 2014 – March 31, 2020
Adopts with amendments ICC 600-2008, Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions
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Oregon Storm Shelter Code 2014
Overview The ICC 600-2008 Standard provides guidelines for the design and construction of residential buildings in high wind regions. It includes requirements for structural integrity, wind load calculations, and construction practices to ensure buildings can withstand high wind events.
The 2014 Oregon Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions adopts the ICC 600-2008 with amendments specific to Oregon’s environmental conditions and safety needs. These modifications ensure that residential buildings in high wind areas of Oregon are designed and constructed to provide maximum protection against wind-related hazards.
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