re: rI'd say about 175 lbs per sq. ft.

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SDG — 6/30/2003 4:30:47 PM (archived)

100 lbs per square foot is required by the Chicago Municipal code. This is the same in the IBC 2000 (international Building Code) which is becoming the code of choice in many states and municipalities.

-Steve G.

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    - re: rI'd say about 175 lbs per sq. ft. - SDG - 6/30/2003 4:30:47 PM
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