2.3.4.1. Application Limitation

(1)

Farm buildings need not be designed for loads due to earthquakes in accordance with Subsection 4.1.8. where

(a)

the Seismic Category is SC1, or

(b)

the Seismic Category is SC2, and the R_d R_o value of the seismic force resisting system (SFRS) is equal to or greater than 3.0. (See Note A-2.3.4.1.(1)(b))

(2)

For the purpose of Sentence (1), the Seismic Category is permitted to be determined on the basis of I_E S(0.2) alone.

(3)

For the purpose of Sentences (1) and (2), the Seismic Category is permitted to be determined by assigning Site Class D without carrying out a subsurface investigation.