See this chapter of the IBC except as provided below. Section 2308 - Conventional Light-Frame Construction. See this section of the IBC except as provided below.
- A. Section 2308.4.5 - Joists supporting bearing partitions. See this section of the IBC except delete the first sentence and substitute: bearing partitions parallel to joists shall be supported on beams, girders, built-up joists of sufficient size to carry the load, walls, or other bearing partitions.
- B. Section 2308.7.6 - Framing around openings. See this section of the IBC except delete the first sentence and substitute: Trimmer and header joists shall be of sufficient size to support the load.
[14.7.2.31 NMAC - Rp, 14.7.2.31 NMAC, 7/14/2023]