Studs shall have full bearing on nominal 2-inch thick or larger sill plate with width at least equal to stud width. (CRC R602.3.4) 4. Bearing studs. Where joists, trusses, or rafters are spaced more than 16 inches on center and t he bearing studs below are spaced 24 inches on center, su ch members shall bear within 5 inches of the studs beneath.
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