513C.7 Veneer.

513C.7.1 Anchorages. Veneer shall be anchored with approved anchor ties, conforming to the required design capacity specified in this code and

placed at a maximum spacing of 24 inches (610 mm) with a maximum supported area of 4 square feet (0.372 m [2] ).

EXCEPTION: Existing anchor ties for attaching brick veneer to brick backing may be acceptable, provided the ties are in good condition and are corrugated galvanized iron strips not less than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in width, 8 inches (203.2 mm) in length and 1/16 inch (1.59 mm) in thickness or equal.

513C.7.2 Verification. The location and condition of existing veneer anchor ties shall be verified as follows:

1. An approved testing laboratory shall verify the location and spacing of the ties and shall submit a report to the Building Official for approval as part of the structural analysis.

2. The veneer in a selected area shall be removed to expose a representative sample of ties (not less than four) for inspection by the Building Official.