Notwithstanding the provisions of section 25.03.01 of this article, section R602.10.2.3 of the Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
R602.10.2.3 Minimum number of braced wall panels. Braced wall lines with a length of 16 feet (4877 mm) or less shall have a minimum of two braced wall panels of any length or one braced wall panel equal to 48 inches (1219 mm) or more. Braced wall lines greater than 16 feet (4877 mm) shall have a minimum of two braced wall panels. No braced wall panel shall be less than 48 inches in length in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, or D2.
(Ord. 0-19-1357, 11-13-2019)