Residential Chimney Tiebacks
Residential Chimney Tiebacks
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Is anyone familiar masonry chimney tieback requirements? I'm researching how masonry chimneys are constructed along an exterior wall of a normal 2-story residence in non-seismic/non-high-wind zones. (and without much extension above the roof line). The IRC doesn't seem to require ties unless the building is in a high-seismic zone which makes me think the ties are only there to prevent a catastrophic collapse and the main stability originates from the foundation. However, do you really design the chimney to cantilever up two stories from the foundation? Any ideas are appreciated.






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Yep, for proper venting, I see those extension above roof requirements. I'm really most concerned what the standard of care is in the design as it relates to everyday lateral stability as it seems to be an art at best.
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Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
http://mmcengineering.tripod.com
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