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Collar Tie's
Thank you phamENG I was a framer for many years. I know the code use to state, collar ties in the upper 1/3 of attic space. I read the code had changed to the lower 1/3 unless designed. Now, I think it may have been the IRC code changed, because from my understanding r802.4.6 states in the...- musick
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- Forum: Demolition & Renovation engineering
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Collar Tie's
Retired Contractor here. My question is placement and size of collar ties. Span is 25'3", 2x6 rafters. I have a "bearing" wall 13'6" from slab to rafters. Roughly 1'off center from 2x8 ridge. My ties will connect to the wall studs as well as the rafters. I had planned in the upper 1/3 making...- musick
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