Section 27-569. Wind loads and earthquake loads


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  • (a)  Wind  loads. The
      structural frame and exterior components of all buildings, signs, tanks,
      and  other  exposed  constructions  shall  be  designed  to  resist  the
      pressures  due  to wind as prescribed in reference standard RS 9-5. Wind
      shall be assumed to act from any direction. For continuous framing,  the
      effects of partial loading conditions shall be considered.
        (b)  Earthquake  loads.  Every building, structure and portion thereof
      shall, at a minimum, be designed and constructed to resist  the  effects
      of seismic ground motions as prescribed in reference standard RS 9-6.