Oregon Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions 2020 Adoption Info
Official title 2020 Oregon Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions
Effective dates April 1, 2020 – Present
Adopts with amendments ICC 600-2014, Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions
Read More: Oregon Storm Shelter Code 2014
Oregon Storm Shelter Code 2020
Overview The ICC 600-2014 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 2020 Oregon Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions adopts the ICC 600-2014 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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