(1)
Except as provided in Sentence (2), nailing of framing shall conform to Table 9.23.3.4.
(2)
Where the bottom wall plate or sole plate of an exterior wall is not nailed to joists or blocking in conformance with Table 9.23.3.4., the exterior wall is permitted to be fastened to the floor framing by
(a)
having plywood, OSB or waferboard sheathing extend down over floor framing and fastened to the floor framing by nails or staples conforming to Article 9.23.3.5., or
(b)
tying the wall framing to the floor framing by 50 mm wide galvanized-metal strips
(i)
50 mm wide,
(ii)
not less than 0.41 mm thick,
(iii)
spaced not more than 1.2 m apart, and
(iv)
fastened at each end with at least two 63 mm nails.
Table 9.23.3.4. Nailing for Framing
Forming Part of Sentences 9.23.3.4.(1), (2) and 9.23.14.4.(2)
Notes to Table 9.23.3.4.: ( 1) See Article 9.23.11.4. for requirements on the nailing of top plates in braced wall bands.
(2) See Sentence 9.23.3.4.(2).
(3) See Sentence 9.23.3.4.(3).
(4) See Sentence 9.23.13.5.(3).
(5) Where heavyweight construction is used in the roof of the space, at least 8 nails are required. (See Note A-9.23.13.2.(1)(a)(i))