Structural · IRC 2021 §R602.2 / §R602.3.4

Stud Grade and Full Bearing on the Plate

Studs of No. 3, standard or stud grade bearing fully on a nominal 2-by or larger plate at least as wide as the stud, with the utility-grade exception for non-floor-bearing studs.. Referenced to IRC 2021 §R602.2 / §R602.3.4.

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