Adoption Info
Official title 2015 Oregon Wood Construction Wind and Seismic Code
Effective dates October 1, 2015 – March 31, 2021
Adopts with amendments ANSI/AWC SDPWS-2008, Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic
Read More: Oregon Wood Construction Wind and Seismic Code 2021
Oregon Cold-Formed Steel Structural Member Code 2016
Overview The ANSI/AWC SDPWS standard provides requirements for the design of wood structures to resist wind and seismic forces. It includes guidelines for materials, design, detailing, and construction practices to ensure that wood structures are safe, reliable, and durable during wind and seismic events.
The 2015 Oregon Wood Construction Wind and Seismic Code adopts the ANSI/AWC SDPWS-2008 standard with specific amendments tailored to Oregon’s unique wind and seismic conditions. These modifications ensure that wood structures in Oregon are designed and constructed to meet high standards of safety, performance, and durability, addressing local environmental and construction requirements.
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