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Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles
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Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles

Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles

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For a beach house elevated on timber piles, is there a wind load acting under the house. Is it the same as a flat roof only inverted?

RE: Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles

Yes and Yes. There was a thread on this not too long ago. You should search the archives.

RE: Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles

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Found it. Not sure anyone has a handle on it though.  

RE: Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles

(OP)
Fema Guide to Residential Coastal Design has it. Vol. II ,Chapter 8 section 8.7.1

RE: Is there a Wind load Under a house on Piles

I think its uplift forces similar to a overhang or canopy.

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