Hi all,
Currently converting a house and have put a new roof on it. Had the Building regs inspector round who seemed quite happy but wanted some calculations done as the flitch beam distance to the wall edge was just over 3m and therefore too close to some apparent new regs that have come out.
The structural engineer did a visit and has taken ages to come up with the calcs but I have finally got them. However, he mentions straps as per the image attached. Can anyone explain where they go exactly? I don't understand and he (the SE) has gone AWOL again.
One thing to mention, since his visit additional hangers have been fitted along with the internal stud walls. These walls consist of 3"x2" posts approx 35cm apart, floor to ceiling, along with noggings which further support the ceiling making it very sturdy.
Many thanks
Currently converting a house and have put a new roof on it. Had the Building regs inspector round who seemed quite happy but wanted some calculations done as the flitch beam distance to the wall edge was just over 3m and therefore too close to some apparent new regs that have come out.
The structural engineer did a visit and has taken ages to come up with the calcs but I have finally got them. However, he mentions straps as per the image attached. Can anyone explain where they go exactly? I don't understand and he (the SE) has gone AWOL again.
One thing to mention, since his visit additional hangers have been fitted along with the internal stud walls. These walls consist of 3"x2" posts approx 35cm apart, floor to ceiling, along with noggings which further support the ceiling making it very sturdy.
Many thanks