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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
THAT PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., LYING
WESTERLYOF NORTHERN PACIFIC RIGHT-OF-WAY;
ALSO, THAT PORTION OF GOVERNENT LOT 1 IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M.M LYING EASTERLY OF BOUNDARY OF
FACTORIA-WILBURTON COUNT ROAD AND WESTLY OF THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF NORTHERN PACIFIC RIGHT-OF-WAY.
PER RECORD OF SURVEY DATED DECEMBER 1981 PREPARED BY BENNETT P.S. & E., INC.
GENERAL
Hidden Meadows Condominiums, is located at 8015 196th St SW, Edmonds, WA 98026.
CODE DATA
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION R-2 MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
ZONING DISTRICT R-20 TRANSITION (SINGLE-FAMILY) W/CONDITIONS
SCOPE OF REPAIRS
The project is to replace the deck rails, sheathing, and soffits for 11 decks.
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Demolition:
Decks:
Remove
and
dispose
of the
plywood sheathing.
Remove
and
dispose
of the
existing fascia.
Remove
and
dispose
of the
existing deck rails.
Remove
and
dispose
of the
deck soffits.
Allow the Engineer to review the exposed deck structure for rot or deficiencies.
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Decks:
Replace the existing 4x6 deck beams with new 4x8 deck beams to stiffen the
deck.
Install a 2"x6" doubler at each joist to stiffen the deck structure
Install a 211x10" doubler outside of of the beam to support new rail system
Install Strong -Tie LU-26 joist hangers at all deck joists.
Install Strong -Tie L50Z bracket at the north and south rim joist locations.
Install new 2"X10" doubler at the north and south ends of the deck structure
Install new 2"X10" rim joist with a 2"x10" doubler at the outer edge of the deck
with Strong -Tie L50Z brackets.
Install new 5/4x12 cedar fascia.
Install new 3/4" ACX sheathing.
Install new deck flashing.
Apply a new deck coating or membranes.
Install new Vista Pro rails per manufacturer's instructions.
Install the 1/2" Densglass deck soffits with new vents.
OBTAIN ELECTRICAL
PERMIT FROM
STATE LABOR &
INDUSTRIES
APPROVED
PLANS MUST BE
ON JOB SITE
ALL WORK SUBJECT
TO FIELD
INSPECTION FOR
CODE COMPLIANCE
City Of Edmonds
Building Department
Work 11 UNITS- DECK REBUILDS
Address 8015,8017,8019196TH ST SW
Owner HIDDEN MEADOWS CONDOS
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DEPEW, Inc.
1834 SW 152nd St.
Burien, WA 98166
steve@depewinc.com
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THE UNDERSIGNED HAS PROVIDED BUILDING ENCLOSURE
DOCUMENT THAT IN MY PROFESSIONAL JUDGEMENT ARE
APPROPRIATE TO SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF
RCW 64.55.005 THROUGH 64.55.090.
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REVIEWED
STEVEN K. DEPEW
DRAWN
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No dimensions should be scaled from
drawings and all dimensions and values
should be checked and verified against
field conditions. If any dimensions are
found to be incorrect or invalid, then it is
the responsibility of the user to inform the
Architect, and to obtain the correct
dimensions prior to acting upon anything
contained in these drawings. Contractor
to verify all dimensions, conditions, etc.
pertaining to the Work on site before
proceeding with the Work. Copyright
2015 DEPEW, INC. All rights reserved.
REVISION DATE
PERMIT 03.25.2022
RECEIVED
Jun 07 2022
CITY OF EDMONDS
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
PROJECT NUMBER I SHEET NUMBER
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EXISTING 2"X10"
EXISTING DECK JO
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FRAMING ANGLES (TYP;
NEW 2x10 RIM JOIST (TYP 4
NEW BEAM
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200 / 3/411 = 1 1-011
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EXISTING JOIST
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200 / 31
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Brian West, PE
Smith Company
Structural Engineers
Email:
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No dimensions should be scaled from
drawings and all dimensions and values
should be checked and verified against
field conditions. If any dimensions are
found to be incorrect or invalid, then it is
the responsibility of the user to inform the
Architect, and to obtain the correct
dimensions prior to acting upon anything
contained in these drawings. Contractor
to verify all dimensions, conditions, etc.
pertaining to the Work on site before
proceeding with the Work. Copyright
2015 DEPEW, INC. All rights reserved.
REVISION DATE
PERMIT 03.25.2022
RECEIVED
Jun 07 2022
CITY OF EDMONDS
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
PROJECT NUMBER I SHEET NUMBER
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DEPEW, Inc.
ADJACENT
1834 SW 152nd St.
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Burien, WA 98166
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WRB TARGET
THE UNDERSIGNED HAS PROVIDED BUILDING ENCLOSURE
DOCUMENT THAT IN MY PROFESSIONAL JUDGEMENT ARE
APPFLASHING RCWROPRIATE TO SATISFY THE 64.55005 THROUGH 64.55.090REMENTS OF
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REVIEWED
STEVEN K. DEPEW
DRAWN
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contained in these drawings. Contractor
to verify all dimensions, conditions, etc.
pertaining to the Work on site before
proceeding with the Work. Copyright
2015 DEPEW, INC. All rights reserved.
INSTALL 26 GAGE DECK
REVISION DATE
CORNER FLASHING
INSTALL 26 GAGE DRIP
PERMIT 03.25.2022
EDGE FLASHING OVER DECK
CORNER FLASHING
RECEIVED
.tun 07 2022
s STEP 3: DECK COATING AND FLASHING
OF
CITY OF EDMONDS
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DEPARTMENT
PROJECT NUMBER SHEET NUMBER
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NOTES:
1. THE MAXIMUM GAP BETWEEN ANY OF THE RAILING STRUCTURE TO ITSELF, DECK OR WALL SHALL
THE UNDERSIGNED HAS PROVIDED BUILDING ENCLOSURE
BE 4".
DOCUMENT THAT IN MY PROFESSIONAL JUDGEMENT ARE
2. INSTALL PER MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS.
APPROPRIATE TO SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF
RCW 64.55.005 THROUGH 64.55.090.
3. INSTALL BRACKETS ATTACHING THE TOP OF THE RAIL TO THE WALL ON BOTH
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BOTH SIDES OF THE DECK 2X10 RIM JOISTS
NEW 5/4"X12" CEDAR FASCIA (TYP)
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STEVEN K. DEPEW
PROJECT TEAM
DEPEW,
REVIEWED
STEVEN K. DEPEW
DRAWN
STEVEN K. DEPEW
No dimensions should be scaled from
drawings and all dimensions and values
should be checked and verified against
field conditions. If any dimensions are
found to be incorrect or invalid, then it is
the responsibility of the user to inform the
Architect, and to obtain the correct
dimensions prior to acting upon anything
contained in these drawings. Contractor
to verify all dimensions, conditions, etc.
pertaining to the Work on site before
proceeding with the Work. Copyright
2015 DEPEW, INC. All rights reserved.
REVISION DATE
PERMIT 03.25.2022
RECEIVED
Jun 07 2022
CITY OF EDMONDS
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
PROJECT NUMBER
SHEET NUMBER
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WP - 202
Intertek Testing Services
Vista Railing Systems Inc. May 17, 2000
ETL SEMKO
Report No. 481-1414 Page 2 of 2
SUMMARY
The welds broke at the bottom rail of test samples #1 and #3. The welds broke at the top rail of test sample
REPORT OF: Railing Component Testing
#2
AT: Coquitlam Laboratory DATE: May 17, 2000
PROJECT: 481-1414 NO: 30/00
INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES NA LTD.
REPORTED TO: Vista Railing Systems Inc. PAGE: 1 of 2
Warnock Hersey
23282 River Road
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Maple Ridge, B.C.
V2W 1136 Attention: Mr Peter Siemens
APPENDIX
INTRODUCTION
Reported by: V
Doug Doc erty,AScT
Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd./Warnock Hersey, at the request of Vista Railing Systems
Senior T [9nologist
Inc., has conducted uniform load tests on the aluminum picket infill panels of guardrail
Building Sciences
assemblies . The tests were conducted on three separate samples in accordance with
instructions from Vista Railing Systems Inc.
DESCRIPTION
Reviewed by:
Sheldon Warman, P.Eng.
The aluminum picket samples were installed within a complete aluminum guardrail assembly.
Manager
The pickets measured 5/8" x 5/8" x 0.051" thick and were spaced 4-1/2" apart c/c. Each
Physical Testing and Certification
picket is welded to both the top and bottom rails on one side each. Every 5th picket is welded
on both sides' top and bottom. Please refer to the drawing in the appendix of this report.
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The sample assembly was placed onto a horizontal support assembly and a hydraulic ram
(complete with a calibrated 1000 lb. Artech load -cell S/N: 199766) was used to apply the load
through a 12" x 12" x 1" thick plywood platten. The load was steadily increased until failure
occurred at which point the load was recorded.
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The following table identifies each of the three tests and their results.
SAMPLE IDENTIFICATION: 1-001
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All services undertaken are subject to the following general policy: Reports are submitted for the exclusive use of client to whom they are addressed.
Their significance is subject to the adequacy and representative character of the sample and to the comprehensiveness of the tests, examinations or surveys made.
No quotations from reports or use of Intertek Services NA Ltd.'s narte is permitted except as expressly authorized by Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd. in writing
Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd. Warnock Hersey
211 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, BC V3K 4X9 Canada
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DOCUMENT THAT IN MY PROFESSIONAL JUDGEMENT ARE
APPROPRIATE TO SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF
RCW 64.55.005 THROUGH 64.55.090.
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No dimensions should be scaled from
drawings and all dimensions and values
should be checked and verified against
field conditions. If any dimensions are
found to be incorrect or invalid, then it is
the responsibility of the user to inform the
Architect, and to obtain the correct
dimensions prior to acting upon anything
contained in these drawings. Contractor
to verify all dimensions, conditions, etc.
pertaining to the Work on site before
proceeding with the Work. Copyright
2015 DEPEW, INC. All rights reserved.
REVISION DATE
A. CORRECTIONS 07.15.2021
RECEIVED
Jun 07 2022
CITY OF EDMONDS
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
PROJECT NUMBER I SHEET NUMBER
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RE: ALUMINUM GUARDRAIL SYSTEMS
BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE
As requested, a series of 42" high allowable guardrail configurations infilled with '/,"
tempered glass or pickets and acceptable guardrail mounting configurations have been
determined and are assembled an pages 23 to 45 inclusive and pages 12 to 17 inclusive
respectively of the American Vista Pro 86 Edition Updated April, 2020 Design Guide. These
configurations are in conformance with the structural load requirements for balcony
guardrails as specified in the following code:
• 2018 International Building Code section 1607.8.1 Handrails and guards
• 2015 Seattle Building Code section 1607.8.1 Handrails and guards
The seals applied are current for details and tables assembled for the nodes indicated
above. Annual resealing of these documents is not necessary.
Contact us with any further questions concerning this.
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round topma for
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(ore)
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(3,742)
(171)
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(4.783)
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67.2mm(21W)
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round lop rag for
aid. kris
(401)
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(3.705)
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To assist in design, the maximum service pullout bads to be resisted by each anchor is summarized below for each
type of post and anchorage configuration. These service (allowable) loads have safety factors (3.5) included:
Poet
Anchorage Confi uratioIT
top mount
fascia mount to wood
fascia mount to
fascia mount to
fascia mount to
using
using
concrete using
wood using
concrete using
Vista Pro
double Vista Pro
double Vista Pro
single Vista Pro
single Vista Pro
base plates
fascia brackets
fascia brackets
fascia bracket
fascia bracket
11/2"
576lbs
504 lbs. (2242 N)
646 tbs. (2874 N)
505lbs. (2246 N)
484 tbs. (2153 N)
(,.,mm)
(2582 N)
5%'vertical spacing
3" vertical spacing
5"vertical spacing
5"vertical spacing
between
between
between
between
anchors'
anchors•
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outer anchors"
2"
10921bs
9841bs. (4228 N)
1084 Ibs.(4822 N)
968lbs. (4306 N)
950 tbs. (4226 N)
50.8mm
(4857 N).
51/:'vertical spacing
3 a/,'vertical spacing
S" vertical sparing
5"vertical spacing
between
between
between
between
outer anchors•
outer anchors�63.5mm
21/2'
1892 Iles
9051bs. (4030 N)
1314 lbs. (5845
726 N .5'vertbal
ranchorsi�annnnn-
sparing
5'vertiCal spacbetween
betweenolder
anchors•
outer anchors
. As per Figure 3
2.6 WEAKNESS IN WELDED ALUMINUM
A review of the mechanical properties of aluminum alloys and elements In Table 1 indicates that tensile strength is
significently, reduced in aluminum when it is welded. This has a significant impact on the strength capacity of aluminum
guardrail components, connections and systems. At the bottom connection of posts to base plates, the connection and
Post Capacity is substantially less in welded configurations compared to those using Vista Pro Railings mechanical
fastening. Tests conducted by Intertak Testing Services Na LtdJ Warnock Hershey indicate that 38.1 mm (1 '/,") posts with
welded base plates fail at bads an average of 35 % lower than identical posts with Vista Pro Ratings mechanical base
plate connections. Tests conducted by Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd./Wamock Hershey of a 2 Y.." aluminium post of
top deck mount configuration (an actual competitor of Vista Pro Railings) that uses a welded base plate failed at bads an
average of 30% lower than the Vista Pro Railings T post. A copy of the report can be provided upon request. For these
reasons, welded post Rase connections are generally not recommended.
2.7 DESIGN PROCEDURES
2.7.1 Top Rail Design
T rail desig
n normal) involves using
Top sm convention engineering
9 Y ale Ineerin design
9 g g es gn procedures in determining and comparing
section resistingmoment capacities to resultant bending
n moments from applied loads. Connections
actions between posts and
rails are assumed to provide no flexural restraint. The bending moments in top rails are affected by the number and length
of spans between posts in a straight run. Computer analysis of guardrail systems most accurately determines bending
moments in top rails. The top rail moment Capacity Calculated using the section modulus (S) and material yield strength
(Fy) (or aftemalively from analysis of test results) must exceed the resultant bending moment from the applied bads.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLEOF CONTENTS ............. ........ _._... ........................................................................ ........ 2
LISTOF FIGURES ........................... .... _.................. _.... ............ ............. ............. ................
.... 9
LISTOF TABLES ...................................__...._.................................................._.............._........ 3
1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................ _....................
».....................................
_................... 4
2.0 GEN
ERAL DESIG
N ...
2.1 DESIGN CRITERIA ............. _............................................................................ . 5
2.1.1 Loadings ......... ....... _.......... ...................
_................. 5
2.12 Factors of Safety .................................... ........ ....... _ 5
2.2 MATERIALS AND PROPERTIES ................................ _........................... ...... 6
2.2.1 Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Alloys
andElements ................................................... 6
2.2.2 Physical Properties of Guardrail Elements ............. 6
2.3 ELEMENT AND SYSTEM LOAD CAPACITIES ........................ _.................... 9
2.4 LOAD DISTRIBUTION .............. ... _....................................... _................
...... 9
2.5 ANCHORAGE ............................ .........................................
._................ ....... _ 9
2.6 WEAKNESS IN WELDED ALUMINUM ......................... ......... ..... _....... ....._..16
2.7 DESIGN PROCEDURES..................................................... _................ »... _.... 18
2.7.1 Top Rail Design ....................................................... 18
2.7.2 Post Design ..................... ...... _.»............................ 19
3.0 DESIGN TABLES .......................................... ................... _............ »......... ................. .. 19
3.1 WIND LOADING ......... .................... »...._......._.....».........................»............ 19
3.2 GUARDRAIL HEIGHT VARIATIONS ....................................... ..20
3.3 GUARDRAIL SYSTEMS WITH ALUMINIM PICKET INFILL .............. _........ 20
3.4 GUARDRAIL SYSTEMS WITH GLASS PANEL INFILL .............................21
3.5 FASCIA MOUNTED POSTS ................................ .................. ............ 21
LETTEROF CONFORMANCE............................................................................................... 22
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TOP RAILS
/(���
21/4' (57.2 ram)
round top fag for lass
2 1/4" (57.2 mm)
Y 4/
panel system
9 PaQ
round top rail for picket infill system
2 114" (57.2 mm)
square top rail for glass panel system
2 1/4' (57.2 ram)
Q
square top rail for picket bfill system
/2" x 3"
TOP RAIL SLEEVES/CORNERS
rectangular top rail for picket infill system
inside round top rail sleeve/corner
outside round top rail sleeve/comer
ill
f�
ill+5 - AI
IY W
inside square top rail sleeve/corner
outside square top rail sleeve/corner
BOTTOM RAILS
4 H
bottom rail for glass panel system
" bottom rail for picket infill system
POSTS
PICKETS
2 1/2" (63.5 mm)
square post
5/8' x 5/8" (15.9 ram)
square picket
0-W wall thkknes.
0.0491 -11 bkknaw
�ure ram)
sq re post
(15.9 x 38.1 ram)
x 1 picket
square
square picket
0.07r war nkA„eea
0.050'sal blcw,eo
Tl2' (38.1 mm)
a1
square post
0.DW -1 mbkness
FIGURE 2: TYPICAL CROSS -SECTIONS OF COMMON
GUARDRAIL ELEMENTS
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Posts In railing systems behave somewhat as vertical cantilevered beams in resisting horizontal loads applied to
the top rail. Bending moments caused by horizontal loads normally control allowable post spacing and design.
The first step in post design is determining the actual horizontal bad that each post would be expected to cany.
Horizontal load distribution from the top rail to each post is affected by a number of factors including the relative
stiffness of the post and top rail, the length of each straight run, the number of spans In the railing, and the end
support conditions.
Computer modelling and analysis based on test results of guardrail systems most accurately assimilates top rail
bad distribution to each of the supporting posts and end conditions. The post moment capacity is calculated
using the section modulus (S) and material yield strength (Fy). This must exceed the resultant bending moment
from the applied bads or the post spacing Is reduced to Create an acceptable condition.
3.0 DESIGN TABLES
The design procedures de
scribed in the i 9 Proce previous section have been carried out for a wide ra
nge n e of possible guar
drail
9 Po 9
configurations. The results are summarized in the tables which follow. By knowing the overall dimensions and layout of
the guardrail system under desig
n, n an acceptable Conf
iguration uretbn can be se g P selected using the tables.
9 g s For each
configuration, the maximum allowable post spacing indicated for the longest straight run shown Is also the
maximum allowable post spacing for straight runs exceeding in length what is shown.
The design tables
are based u the loading
9 din coterie set out i Pon t o the 2018 International Building 9 aCade section 16 07han
Handrails and guards. The actual load conditions for the guardrail system under design must be identical to a less than
those used in the development of the tables. The tables should not be used for other applications where different loading
conditions and configurations exist.
3.1 WIND LOADING
For glass infill guardrail systems, the structural strength requirements imposed by design wind loading may
exceed those imposed by specified guardrail design loads. Guardrail design loads (as specified In the 2018
International Building Code) of 20 p8 and 50 plf top rail bad are the governing criteria for 42" (1067 mm) high
guardrail system designs when compared to uniform lateral specific wind pressures of not greater than 12.7 psi
and 28.7 Pat respectively. The respective allowable guardrail configurations provided in figures 4 are all capable
of withstanding this uniform lateral specific wind pressures.
The procedure for determining allowable wind pressures for solid freestanding walls is provided using Chapters 1,
2, 26 and 29 of ASCE 7 Standard. Using the provisions, a 12.13 psf (0.58 kPa) allowable wind pressure is given
fo the following conditions:
• Basic Wind Speed for Occupancy Category II Buildings and Other Structures - nominal design 3-second
gust Wind speed of 115 miles per hour at 33 feet (10m) above ground for Exposure C category, Figure
26.5 - 1A
• Exposure B Category,
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Cate o Section 26.7
• Wind directions Ity factor, Kd 0.85 Section 26.6
• Topographic factor 1.0 Section
, KzL 28.8
• Gust Effect Factor,
cto , G, 0.85, Section 26.9
• Velocity pressure exposure coefficient Kz, 0.57, Table 29.2 - 1
• Force coefficient, Cf, solid freestanding walls, 1.45, Figure 29.4 -1
Many residenfial guardrail conditions fit within these criteria. Consut the ASCE 7 Standard and local building
jurisdictional authorities where other conditions apply for determination of the net design wind pressure.
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FIGURE 1: MAIN ELEMENTS OF GUARDRAIL SYSTEMS ............................................ _................ ......
4
FIGURE 2: TYPICAL CROSS -SECTIONS OF COMMON GUARDRAIL ELEMENTS ........... ................
8
FIGURE 3: ACCEPTABLE GUARDRAIL MOUNTING CONFIGURATIONS ....................................
12
FIGURE 4: GUARDRAIL CONFIGURATIONS .................... _.......... ».... _.................................................
23
FIGURE4A: 42* HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 1A................"............................
24
FIGURE 4A-A: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE to ALTERNATE .......................
25
FIGURE 4B: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 18......................................................
26
FIGURE46-A: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 113ALTERNATE ........................
27
FIGURE 4C: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 1C...................................
28
FIGURE 4D: 42' HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 1D.............................................
29
FIGURE 4E: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 1 E..............................................
30
FIGURE 4F: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 2A .......................................
31
FIGURE 4G: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 2B..............................................
32
FIGURE 4H: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 3A..............................................
33
FIGURE 4H,A: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 3A ALTERNATE ........................
34
FIGURE 41: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 3B...............................................
35
FIGURE 41-A: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 3B ALTERNATE .........................
36
FIGURE 4J: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 3C..............................................
37
FIGURE 4K: 42' HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 3D..............................................
38
FIGURE 4L: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 4A..............................................
39
FIGURE 4M: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 4B.............................................
40
FIGURE 4N: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE SA ................ ....................... _..
41
FIGURE 40: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 58..................................».........
42
FIGURE 4P: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE fiA............................................
43
FIGURE 40: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 6B............................................
44
FIGURE 40-A: 42" HIGH ALLOWABLE CONFIGURATIONS TYPE 6B ALTERNATE ................».....
45
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1: MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ALUMINUM ALLOYS AND ELEMENTS .............................
6
TABLE 2: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF COMMON ELEMENTS ..................... »................ _....................
7
TABLE 3: BW VISTA RAILINGS LTD.. TESTING RESULTS .... .... »................. .............._.............._.....
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2.3 ELEMENT AND SYSTEM LOAD CAPACITIES
The Aluminum Association Aluminum Design Manual can be used in determining individual component
capacities using g conventional engineering design procedures. This method Is somewhat conservative and limiting
since it does not give consideration to the varying interactions of the elements in determining the bad carrying
capacity of the guardrail system. Analysis and testing procedures are applied to achieve information for a more
efficient design.
Alternatively, aluminum guardrail element and system load capacities can be determined following the applicable
Provisions of the 2018 International Building Code in Chapter 17 Special Inspections and Tests. Vista Pro
Railings has conducted an extensive testing program using the services of Intertek Testing Services Na
Ltd./Wamock Hershey, some of the results of which are provided in Table 3. Reports of the tests are available
upon request. Since test results generally reflect more accurately the actual load carrying capacity of elements
and systems, Vista Pro Railings recommends the use of test results, where possible, in determining acceptable
guardrail designs.
2.4 LOAD DISTRIBUTION
Proper determination of load distribution is a necessary step in the efficient design of guardrail systems. Load
distribution is affected by numerous factors, including but not limited to, the stiffness of the top rail relative to the
stiffness of the posts, the continuity of the top rail, the length of each straight segment, the total number of spans
in a segment, the type of panel infill and the end support conditions. Accurately determining the load distribution
characteristics of a guardrail system requires a sophisticated analysis approach. Vista Pro Railings has
develo ed s i octal zed computer modelling P P pythere used to determine the load distribution for its various systems and has
pertormed extensive testing to verify the results.
Analysis and design of unique configurations requires specialized engineering which Dan be provided by Vista
Pro Railings. Use of this information in combination with test results is essential for the efficient design of safe
guardrail systems.
2.5 ANCHORAGE
Proper anchorage of guardrail posts and rails to a sound and structurally adequate supporting structure is
essential for a guardrail system. These elements must be as secure and rigid as possible. A structurally adequate
supporting structure is as important as the anchorage elements themselves. One without the other compromises
the load carrying capacity and performance of the guardrail system. Building designers and general contractors
must be made aware of their responsibility to provide for proper support conditions since this is beyond the
normal scope and control of the guardrail system designer and installer.
The anchorage and supporting structure for each post must be designed to cony the applied loads and their
associated overturning moments at the post base. These loads comprise of shear, tension and compression
forces which must be resisted. Figure 3Indicates some common and approved post base connections.
The anchorage and supporting structure of each top (and bottom) rail to base building components (wall, column,
etc) connection must be designed to carry the applied loads transferred from the top and bottom rail. The
connection is assumed to provide pivot support With no flexural resistance. Shear loads and, depending upon the
system configuration, pullout loads must be resisted. Figure 3 indicates some common and approved top and
bottom rail to base building component connections
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For wind pressure greater than 12.7 Pat, adjust the allowable post spacing based on a
20 pt top rail load using the following formula:
modified allowable 12.7
post = post x wind pressure
spacing spacing in psf
For wind pressure greater than 28.7 psf, adjust the allowable post spacing based on a
50 pff top rail load using the following formula:
modified allowable 28.7
post = post x wind pressure
spacing spacing in psf
3.2 GUARDRAIL HEIGHT
Ili VARIATIONS O S
The most common guardrail system height is 42' (1D67 ram). For guardrail heights other than 42" (1067 ram),
adjust the allowable post sp
acings s as indicated in 1 Ica ed the allowable guardrail
P P 9 g rdreil configurations of figures 4 using the
following formula:
modified allowable allowable
Post =
post x
post spacing
9
Spacing spacing multiplier
(see table below)
guardrail
hew
alla bls poet
spacing ropllar
for Picket
brill guedrell
allowable post
spa Irg mul ipllot
for glass
Inflll guamrall
Ir (457 ram)
2.33
2.39
24"late mm)
1.75
1.75
30' (782 mm)
IAO
1AO
38' (914 mm)
1.17
1.17
42'(1067 ram)
1-00
1.00
41' (1219 mm)
am
0.76
54'(7372 ram)
0.79
pen
00' (1624 ram)
0.70
OAS
or (1676 mm)
0.84
CAB
72" (1829 mm)
0S8
0.34
3.3 GU
ARDRAIL SYSTEMS WITH ALUMINUM PICKET INFILL
Corner posts for aluminum picket
infill guardrail systems
s may be eliminated
P 9 I and replaced with a picket Yct Y corner
provided one of the following conditions are met: P P
1) the end of the return portion of the top rail is anchored to the building, or
2) the return portion of the guardrail system is supported by a minimum of 2 posts.
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IMPORTANT: /4
Proper layout, design and installation of a deck railing are critical to the Performance and strength of the deck railings,
Failure to comply with proper layout, design and installation of a deck railing could result in serious injury or loss of life.
This document is intended as a guide for designers, architects, engineers and professional installers. If additional
clarification is required, please consult a professional engineer to evaluate your specific circumstances, prior to starting
your residential deck railing project.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Permanent guardrail sy
stems are re
quired Iced near r Ys or the open sides f rats o eleva
ted w ' P alktn iewin surf
aces for the u 9A' 9 e
P rPos
of minimizing the potential of an accidental fall to a lower level.
Aluminum guardrail assemblies are commonly comprised of straight sections of top rail elevated and supported above a
floor by uniformly spaced posts. The posts are anchored to the floor system by means of anchor screws or bolts. A bottom
channel runs between support posts just above the floor system. The vertical space between the poses, the bottom
channel and top rail is infilled with either glass panels or aluminum pickets. Figure 1 below illustrates the main elements of
a glass panel and aluminum picket guardrail system.
/- top rail -\
un fcnrnn spaced posts
-1/4' tempered
/ / glass i 11 panel
aluminum Picket
bottom channel
anchor screws or bolts
- floor level --
Glass Panel Aluminum Picket
Guardrail System Guardrail System
FIGURE 1: MAIN ELEMENTS OF GUARDRAIL SYSTEMS
2.0 GENERAL DESIGN
This manual has been compiled to provide relevant structural information which will enable designers, installers,
architects, and engineers to select safe and code -conforming guardrail designs using
Vista Pro Railing Systems products.
The major considerations for the structural design of guardrails are:
1. t S ructural design
g coterie as established by governing building codes, bodies and authorities or by specific
and unique established project design requirements,
2. Mechanical properties of material used in the manufacture of guardrail elements.
3. Physical properties of guardrail elements,
4. Load capacities of guardrail elements and component systems,
5. Load distribution characteristics of various guardrail elements and systems, and
6. Proper anchorage of support elements to surrounding supporting structures.
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ElamarlflColnptul Spt•m
Average URlmate Load ApPlted
Mode of Faflure
TOP RAILS
219' (572 mm)
872 its.(3879 N) Will load applied
Iwckipelowpoint
mend lop rail W glass Panel klfil
at In span points
2 19' (572 ram)
1047 lbs. (4657 N) ldal bed wpbed
buckling C support
square lap car to, lees peel p#N
.113-pot".
2114' (572 ram)
1054 lbs. (4688 N) total bad applied
buckling ® bed port
mend top rail for pitkat ado
M1Bopallponts
s+
2 1M' (57 2 ram)
1281 lea. (5609 N) total bed applied
buckling Q agpw
square tap mil kx Picket yAII
at 113 span points
TOP RAILS WITH SLEEVES
21/4'(57.2ram)
nwMe lop call with melee sleeve
892 tbs.(3966 N) fatal
bed applied at 1/3 pert points
fastenereanng inner W- Bangs
M Picket infill
21/4'(572 mm)
1071 b.(470 N) Intal
bending/d.lannaponofreu
squane epee-e,aabe
cleev.forp,a it
low sppbd.1 In open points
eMds at rnio-1 connects
CORNERS
90'roed extsmal comer
978 Es. (4350 N) in tension and shear
baton, Inner wee of sleeve
nitre ode pen
4
BY square eriemal comer
670 b. (2980 N) In ana on and sheer
bottom inner web d Nceve
nitre are open
13V round external comer
1193 bs. (530e N)
bottom inns, weld of sleeve
.u. tore open
135-sauareextemal,nmer
958 be.(4263 N)
.-I... wNdd.ie,,e
more tore open
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3A GUARDRAIL SYSTEMS WITH GLASS PANEL INFILL
Post spacing for guardrail systems is generally determined by the strength of the supporting posts and applied
loads. However, for guardrail systems with glass panel infill, consideration must be given to the size of the glass
panels. Although testing has shown that glass panels supported by the top and bottom rails meet code
requirements regardless of length of ran, for practical purposes from the point of view of the Installer, glass panel
inflls should be limited to not greater than 5'-6" (1676 mm) In length.
3.5 FASCIA MOUNTED POSTS
Guardrail systems using fascia or side mounted posts instead of top mounted posts are becoming more Widely
used. These systems have the advantage of no penetrating the building envelope. Furthermore, test results for
fascia or side mounte
d is have pro
duced higher bad value f posts P s o the same s in 9 is to mounted configurations.
W P
Cons uentl the post spacing indicated f Consequently fed or the allows Y Po P 9 tole Configurations in figure
u e 4 may be increa
sed sad using the
9 Y ng
following multiplies:
modified allowable allowable
post =
sad post x post spacing
spacing s pacing multiplier
(see table below)
Post
allowable post
spacing multiplier
1 W (38.1 mm)
1.10
square post
Y (50.8 mm)
square
1.12
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2.1.1 Loadings
Structural design loading requirements for guardrails are specified by governing building codes and
bodies, local ordinances, project specifications and/or regulatory authorities. Usually a unrfortnly,
distributed load and/or a concentrated load applied to the top rail is specified. The loading requirements
of the 2018 International Building Code for guardrails are provided in section 1607.8.1 Handrails and
guards as shown below:
1607.8.1 Handrails and guards. Handrail and guards shall be designed to resist a linear bad of
50 pounds per lineal foot (plf) (0.73 kill in accordance with Section 4.5.1,1 of ASCE 7. Glass
handrail assemblies and guards shall comply With Section 2407.
Exceptions:
1. For one- and two-family dwellings, only the single concentrated load required by
Section 1607.8.1.1 shall be applied.
2. In Group 1-3, ll and S occupancies, for areas that are not accessible to the
general public and that have an occupant load no greater than 50, the minimum
load shall be 20 pounds per foot (0.29 kill
1607.8.1.1 Concentrated bad. Handrail and guards shall be designed to resist a concentrated
load of 200 pounds (0.89 ll in accordance with Section 4.5.1,I of ASCE 7.
1607.8.1.2 Intermediate Rails. Intermediate rails (all those except the handrail), balusters and
panel fillers shall be designed to resist a concentrated load of 50 pounds (0.22 IN) in
accordance with Section 4.5.1.1 of ASCE 7.
2,1.2 Factors Of Safety
Factors of safety are generally related to a mode of failure. Ductile failure, such as stable (no buckling)
yielding of a metal element, is usually assigned a lower factor of safety than is brittle failure, such as
screw fracture or anchor bog pullout. A higher or lower factor of safety may be appropriate depending
upon the type of application and other considerations made by the certifying professional. For instance, a
higher factor of safety may be more appropriate for glass infill panels since their failure is of a brittle
nature. The guardrail configurations/design tables provided at the end of this manual have been
developed using the factors of safety as set out in the 2018 International Building Code, ASCE 7
Standard, and the Aluminum Association Aluminum Design Manual.
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ENmMdrontpawnt System
Average Utimata Load Applied
Mode 0 Failure
MIK ELLANEOUS
1 1/4'(31.8 ram) Schedule 40
344 Ibs (1530 N) sal bad
umo,a bending /aii-
leM.II
aPplltm at US wen Palma
lop mil end rip
1447 lbs. (6437 N) in shear
aP toward sores pulled Wtaraly out of chose
bottom channel end Gip
1779 ft. (7915 N) In area,
top toward screw pulled laterally out of chase
handrail bracket
254 lbs .(I130 N)
bretlrM yielded
GLASS PANELS
.25' (B ram) tempered On., panel
215 toe. (955 N) at midspan sage
#ochre
36' (914.4 mm) x 12' (304.8 ram)
25'(8 ram) UnIpeed 91-Faunal
388 tbe.(1627 N) at midapan edge
I.-
36-(914.4 mm) x49' (1219.2 ram)
25' (6 mm) wnpe,ed gage panel
92 Fill (4.4o I,Pe) oil. -Lund
gasa parre15 5dips oul.
36"(914Amm)x4r(1219.2mn)
load over entle panel
botlOm rail
PICKET
52' 16.9 ram
) x4
256 b (1140 N) al mldawn
web ailure at am wnrcecf
4
Sea'(15.9ram)PduUpanel
6% pat(33.3 kPa) dlstroued loading
wNd aquro al ands -tun
M' 0118 ram) x M 1/4'(972mm)
al mbepan over
FASTENERS
12' (30s ram) x 1r (305 ,,)am
#14 x 2 1/r sues
2104 lbs. (9359 N)
Screw Puled out of vrooa
secured to pod fir (umber
wit,d-I
#14 x 2 1/2' p,ew
14916s (6632 N)
straw Puiled out of wood
sew,ed to cold sprucs hanber
WRhdmwed
#14 x 2 "screw
4821 ba. (21445 NI
restraining boil lore Nmu9h to
In post eves these
we,drawal
.1-um poll
008 x 1 1/7 saes
in top red aleeve
1120 bs. (4932 N)
screw neck Elongated and broke
wtd-I
below Hasa
NOTES
ITests conducted
by Irial.k Tasting Services Na IM IWarnock
Homey -reports availed. upon request.
2. Test pn,ownea
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BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE
As requested, a series of 42" high allowable guardrail configurations infilled with '/."
tempered glass or pickets and acceptable guardrail mounting configurations have been
determined and are assembled on pages 23 to 45 inclusive and pages 12 to 17 inclusive
respectively of the American Vista Pro 8'^ Edition Updated April, 2020 Design Guide. These
configurations are in conformance with the structural load requirements for balcony
guardrails as specified in the following code:
is 2018 International Building Code section 1607.8.1 Handrails and guards
• 2015 Seattle Building Gods section 1607.8.1 Handrails and guards
The seals applied are Current for details and tables assembled for the codes indicated
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2.2 MATERIALS AND PROPERTIES
2.2.1 Mechanical Properties Of Aluminum Alloys And Elements
Mechanical properties of aluminum alloys used in Vista Pro Railing Guardrail Systems are provided in the
Aluminum Association Aluminum Design Manual and are listed in Table 1 below. Properties vary with the
composition and temper of the material and also, to some degree, With the profile and the direction of
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Physical properties of sections of commonly used elements in Vista Pro Railing Guardrail Systems are
given in Table 2. Typical cross -sections of these elements are provided in Figure 2. Additional elements
are shown In Vista's Pro Dealer Catalogue.
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No dimensions should be scaled from
drawings and all dimensions and values
should be checked and verified against
field conditions. If any dimensions are
found to be incorrect or invalid, then it is
the responsibility of the user to inform the
Architect, and to obtain the correct
dimensions prior to acting upon anything
contained in these drawings. Contractor
to verify all dimensions, conditions, etc.
pertaining to the Work on site before
proceeding with the Work. Copyright
2015 DEPEW, INC. All rights reserved.
REVISION DATE
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