(1)
Except as provided in Sentence (2), the size and spacing of studs shall conform to Table 9.23.10.1.
Table 9.23.10.1. Size and Spacing of Studs
Forming Part of Sentence 9.23.10.1.(1)
Notes to Table 9.23.10.1.:
(1) See Article 9.23.10.3.
(2)
Studs for walls not listed in Table 9.23.10.1. and supporting roof loads shall conform to Span Tables 9.23.10.1.-A to 9.23.10.1.-D, provided
(a)
the studs are clad with not less than 9.5 mm thick plywood, OSB or waferboard sheathing on the exterior face, and not less than 12.5 mm gypsum board on the interior face,
(b)
solid bridging is provided at not more than 1.2 m o.c,
(c)
the studs are fastened to the top and bottom plates with no fewer than three 82 mm toe nails,
(d)
the double top plates are fastened together with not less than 76 mm nails spaced not more than 200 mm o.c,
(e)
roof framing members spaced not more than 600 mm are fastened to the top plates with no fewer than four 82 mm toe nails, and
(f)
the bottom plate is fastened to the floor joists, blocking or rim joist with not less than 82 mm nails spaced not more than 200 mm o.c. (See Note A-9.23.10.1.(2)