Common use of Major Structural Defects Clause in Contracts

Major Structural Defects. A major structural defect is defined as actual damage to the load bearing portion of the residence which affects its load bearing function, materially decreases its value and vitally affects or is imminently likely to vitally affect the continued use of the residence for residential purposes. All of the following conditions must be met to constitute a Major Structural Defect: A. Actual physical damage to one or more of the load bearing components listed below; B. Causing failure of the specific major structural components; and C. Which materially affects the physical safety of the occupants of the residence. Load bearing components deemed to have a Major Structural Defect potential: A. Roof framing members (rafters and trusses) B. Floor framing members (joists and trusses C. Bearing walls D. Columns E. Lintels (other than lintels supporting veneers) F. Girders G. Load bearing beams H. Foundation systems and footings Verified major structural defects will be repaired to restore the load bearing capacity of the components.

Major Structural Defects. A major structural defect is defined as actual damage to the load bearing portion of the residence which affects its load bearing function, materially decreases its value and vitally affects or is imminently likely to vitally affect the continued use of the residence for residential purposes. All of the following conditions must be met to constitute a Major Structural Defect: A. Actual physical damage to one or more of the load bearing components listed below; B. Causing failure of the specific major structural components; and C. Which materially affects the physical safety of the occupants of the residence. Load bearing components deemed to have a Major Structural Defect potential: A. Roof framing members (rafters and trusses) B. Floor framing members (joists and trusses C. Bearing walls D. Columns E. Lintels (other than lintels supporting veneers) F. Girders▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ G. Load bearing beams H. Foundation systems and footings Verified major structural defects will be repaired to restore the load bearing capacity of the components.