Scott_R
Bronze Member
We have a PSL engineered wood girder that is pocketed into an exterior CMU block wall supporting a stair landing. The end of the girder is wrapped with alumin. flashing material to create a barrier between wood/cmu. The pocket is grouted up to and touching the beam/flashing material. We are aware of section 2304.11.2.5 (IBC) in regards to a 1/2" clearance around the beam for moisture control unless the beam is pressure treated...but we have wrapped the beam in lieu of this.
Q: Do I need the 1/2" clearance? Is it a code violation? Inspector is questioning this as well...
Q: Do I need the 1/2" clearance? Is it a code violation? Inspector is questioning this as well...