Shear Failure:
- Improper soleplate anchorage.
- Improper mailing of shear element (i.e. plywood, gypsum
board, stucco).
- Tearing of shear element.
Drag Failure:
- Missing/inadequate top plate straps.
- Insufficient top plate splice.
- Undersized top plate.
Potential Damage:
- Cracked finishes.
- Water intrusion.
- Ruptured plumbing and gas lines.
- Partial or total collapse of framing.
Proper Design/Construction:
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