RC1 High Rise with Low Seismic Design

Taxonomy string
RC1 / HR / LD
Construction Type
RC: Reinforced Concrete
GPSS Building Category
RC1: Simple RC Frame
Country
United States
El Salvador
Colombia
Philippines
GPSS Building Type
Taxonomy Parameters
Low design

1. Seismic design level

LD

<p>- Fair construction quality and workmanship<br>- Few seismic enhancement measures<br>- Building designed for low lateral loads</p>

RC1: Simple RC Frame

2. Main structural system

RC1

<p>- Buildings constructed of a reinforced concrete moment resisting frame<br>- With/without in-fill walls which do not contribute to lateral stiffness</p>

High rise

3. Height range

HR

<p>4+ stories</p>