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ASCE/SEI 7-16 snow load flat roof - Pm required?

  • 1.  ASCE/SEI 7-16 snow load flat roof - Pm required?

    Posted 02-19-2025 04:51 PM

    For snow loading on flat roofs does the minimum snow load for low slope roofs (Pm) need to be considered? Examples have been inconsistent; some only check Pf while others check both Pf and Pm. Thanks for any clarification. 



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    William Gares A.M.ASCE
    Engineer
    Philadelphia PA
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