Harold,
There is the HUD Residential Structural Design Guide available for free download at http://www.huduser.org/publications/destech/residential.html. It’s a bit dated as it was published in 2000, but the general guidance is still good. Obviously, any specific examples or details may need to be updated to ASCE 7-05 and IBC ’06. We also used to have a Simplified Residential Framing Guide but I don’t see it posted anywhere so I’d have to go dig a copy out.
Also APA and AF&PA have numerous technical notes, builder’s guides, details, etc. also available for download to help with both engineering and general detailing (or inspection).
Gary J. Ehrlich, PE
Program Manager, Structural Codes & Standards
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
ph: 202-266-8545 or 800-368-5242 x8545
fax: 202-266-8369
gehrlich@nahb.com
From: Harold Sprague [mailto:spraguehope@hotmail.com]
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 11:32 AM
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Subject: Resident Engineer Manual
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Regards,
Harold Sprague
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