Masonry Wall Frame?

[JSA2]

I could swear the UBC used to have a "Masonry Wall Frame" lateral system. We cannot find it in the new IBC. This is where the narrow CMU wall piers combine with the CMU lintels to act as a moment frame. Does anyone know if this is a legitimate IBC lateral system or where some guidance on this can be found?

 

[ishvaaag]

SECTION 2109?

 

[ishvaaag]

Seismic Design for attached masonries, section 2106 ... a lot of external references.

 

[JSA2]

Thanks Ishvaaag,

I'll repost any additional helpful info.