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Navigating Wind & Snow Loads in Part 4 vs. Part 9
If you’re practicing structural engineering in Canada, you know that Mother Nature doesn’t pull any punches. From heavy snowfalls to whipping winds, our designs constantly have to stand up to the elements. The National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) gives us the rulebook, but how we apply those rules can differ significantly, especially when we’re talking about Part 4 (Structural Design) versus Part 9 (Housing and Small Buildings).
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