Lateral Restraint † stability of gable walls and construction at
the eaves, plus integrity of the roof structure during excessive
wind forces, requires complementary restraint and continuity
through 30¾5 mm cross sectional area galvanised steel straps.
Exceptions may occur if the roof:-
- exceeds 15°pitch, and
- is tiled or slated, and
- has the type of construction known locally to resist gusts,
and - has ceiling joists and rafters bearing onto support walls at
not more than 12 m centres.
Application ~
Timber Pitched Roofs