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Code specification for wind load deflections

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rasdelchimski100

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I am looking for the code specification on wind loads and deflections that allow 70 % of the wind load to be used for a 10 yr wind or to limit the deflection to 70% of the required limit. Any help with this will be greatly appreciated. thanks,
 
In the Canadian Code you can apply a 0.75 "Importance Factor" when determining your wind load (based on a 1/10 year return period).

Refer to Table 4.1.7.1. in the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) 2010.
 
If you are using ASCE 7-10, there are wind speeds for strength and serviceability. In essence, it boils down to the previous editions. D + 0.5 L + 0.7 W is the equation in the commentary.
 
Also, IBC 2006 and 2009 Table 1604.3 footnote f.
 
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