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    Diagonal blocking similar to let-in bracing. Considering removing or alternatives.

    Follow up: I am reading about braced wall panels in the IRC, and it looks like according to R602.10.2.2, a braced wall panel must begin within 10 feet of a braced wall line. Though I'm still learning the terminology, I believe the previously pictured corner of the house would be the start of the...
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    Diagonal blocking similar to let-in bracing. Considering removing or alternatives.

    Thanks all for the feedback! It looks like plywood could be a viable option, though I don't have access to the sill plate from the inside of the house, just the bottom plate of the studs. I was also wondering about a product like Simpson's wall bracing (WB/WBC line) further inside along the wall...
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    Diagonal blocking similar to let-in bracing. Considering removing or alternatives.

    I am a homeowner doing a minor remodel of my new 60's single-story rambler. I drew and submitted plans to the city, and they reviewed and approved the plans. One of the changes is a new window towards the corner of the house in a bedroom. It is a tall but narrow window (30x72), with the first...
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