RC1 Medium Rise with Low Seismic Design

Taxonomy string
RC1 / MR / LD
Construction Type
RC: Reinforced Concrete
GPSS Building Category
RC1: Simple RC Frame
Country
Colombia
Philippines
Peru
El Salvador
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>

Mid rise

3. Height range

MR

<p>2 to 3 stories</p>