What can you do if you are convinced a structure will work but can't prove it to code?

Author: Jessica Foster

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1 June 2021

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What can you do if you are convinced a structure will work but can't prove it to code?

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Jessica Foster
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The Structural Engineer
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Jessica Foster

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 99, Issue 6, 2021, Page(s) 18-22

Date published

1 June 2021

Author

Jessica Foster

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 99, Issue 6, 2021, Page(s) 18-22

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Standard: £10 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

The article explores ways to justify reuse of existing structures through a thorough understanding of the original building structure, and engineer's intent.

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18-22
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The Institution of Structural Engineers

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Climate change Assessment of Structures Refurbishment Retrofit Construction management Technical Issue 6

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