Additional reinforcement equal to half that interrupted at the opening is added at four inches spacing, with U-bars matching the interrupted bar size provided typically at the corners. Lap lengths follow shear wall elevation requirements with a maximum two-foot dimension for standard detailing.
36" 36" 14 7/8" 14 7/8" 2'-0" MAX 2'-0" MAX Lsbt TYP LAP PER SW EL ADD REINF EQUAL TO HALF THAT INTERRUPTED AT OPENING @ 4" PROVIDE MATCH BAR SIZE TYP AT INTERRUPTED REINFORCEMENT SHEAR WALL Lsb
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