§ 42-60. Velocity pressure.

Major structures shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of section 1205 of the 1986 revisions to the 1985 Edition of the Standard Building Code, as amended, using a minimum fastest-mile wind velocity of 110. These minimum design pressures are as follows:

Table 1205.2A

Velocity Pressure (psf)

Building Height 60 Feet or Less

Mean Roof  Height  (ft.)	Fastest Mile Wind Velocity, V (mph) 110
0—15	25
20	28
40	34
60	38

 

Height  (ft.)	Fastest Mile Wind Velocity, V (mph) Coastal Exposure 110
0—30	35
31—50	40
51—100	47
100—200	54
200—300	61
300—400	66
400—500	70

 

(Code 1978, § 4-8(6)(c)(1))