Does anyone happen to have a digital copy of this that they would be willing to share? Believe it was put out in the late 80's and i recall it being an excellent resource for wind vs water damage. Thanks.
I am designing a home on the east coast that will be supported on 8x8 timber piles. After reading FEMA publications it appears the preferred method of bracing the piles is diagonal bracing. Does anyone have a design example of this. It seems like the bolted connection to the pile is the "weak...
I am reviewing an old log cabin home in coastal NC. One of the walls is out of plumb by 3 to 4 inches over 8 feet. I believe it is 7 or 8 inch logs. Does anyone know of acceptable tolerances or ways to determine if this is a concern?