In this section, we will cover the requirements for the transfer of lateral loads from the roof and floor diaphragms to the foundations. Our scope includes.

1. Load path from the roof to the top plates.

2. Load path along the top plates.

3. Load path from the top plates to the wall (and through upper floors) and to the sill plate.

4. Load path from the sill plate to the foundations.

5. Example project where we will verify if the load path construction details provided on a project are code compliant.