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Which type of wall construction is acceptable for single storey structures containing non-habitable rooms?
What is the minimum width required for solid walls in traditional construction?
Which type of wall structure is considered unacceptable above single storey height?
Which type of wall construction is acceptable for single storey structures containing non-habitable rooms, such as kitchens and utility rooms?
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What are the conditions for accepting single skin/half brick walls in traditional construction?
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Which type of wall structure is considered traditional construction for flats?
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Study Notes
Wall Construction for Single Storey Structures
- Solid walls with a minimum width of 255mm are acceptable for single storey structures containing non-habitable rooms like kitchens and utility rooms.
Acceptable Wall Construction
- Single skin or half brick walls are acceptable for single storey structures containing non-habitable rooms, provided the external walls are weather-tight, and the walls are not load-bearing or supporting more than one storey.
Unacceptable Wall Structure
- Cavity walls are unacceptable above single storey height due to structural limitations.
Traditional Construction for Flats
- Traditional construction for flats involves the use of solid walls or cavity walls with a minimum width of 255mm.
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Test your knowledge of traditional construction standards with this quiz! Learn about acceptable wall widths and materials, including solid walls and cavity walls. Find out when single skin/half brick walls are acceptable and in what type of structures.
