Non-Load Bearing Partitions
Non-Load Bearing Partitions
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Does anyone know the bracing requirements for interior non-load bearing partitions?
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RE: Non-Load Bearing Partitions
From the IBC:
You should sufficiently anchor the top of wall or design it as a cantilever. If you are anchoring the top of wall to a floor that can deflect, you should provide a vertical deflection clip of the appropriate size at each stud.
RE: Non-Load Bearing Partitions