Buelligan
Registered User
According to the following section, collar ties must be in the upper third of the rafter framing. This is to resist uplift. I can't seem to find where in the code it requires this, and when it's required. So does this mean that ALL rafter systems require collar ties or is there a determined point in which they are required to be installed? Such as in wind areas above 90mph. What am I missing?
R802.3.1 Ceiling joist and rafter connections.
Ceiling joists and rafters ...
Collar ties or ridge straps to resist wind uplift shall be connected in the upper third of the attic space in accordance with Table R602.3(1).
Collar ties shall be a minimum of 1-inch by 4-inch (25 mm by 102 mm) (nominal), spaced not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center.
R802.3.1 Ceiling joist and rafter connections.
Ceiling joists and rafters ...
Collar ties or ridge straps to resist wind uplift shall be connected in the upper third of the attic space in accordance with Table R602.3(1).
Collar ties shall be a minimum of 1-inch by 4-inch (25 mm by 102 mm) (nominal), spaced not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center.