Understanding Wall Bracing Solutions. Simpson Strong-Tie offers many products which can be used in construction of the braced wall panels to meet the provisions of the building code.
The information contained within this site is intended to offer a general overview of the braced wall provisions and highlight Simpson product solutions which meet the building code requirements. Each of the model building codes (UBC 1997 2320.11.3, IRC 2000/2003 R602.10 and IBC 2000/2003 2308.9.3) require all exterior walls of a non-engineered or conventionally designed single family residences to be braced against lateral loads from wind or earthquakes.
Untitled. BUILDING CODE ACT, 1992 - O. Reg. 332/12. Canadian Wood Council. CAN/CSA-S406-92 (R2012)