This design guide illustrates nine construction details that improve wind resilience in residential construction, expanded to include real-world examples of each application. Revised September 2021.

Describes how lateral loads act on wood framing systems, and how construction detailing and fasteners affect the ultimate performance of a structure in high wind and seismic zones. This publication is available in PDF format only. Issued January 1997.

Details for utilizing wind uplift resistance capabilities from wood structural panels, including resistance to lateral shear forces and wind pressure perpendicular to the wall. Revised February 2015, SR-101C.

This modern, affordable housing complex in Long Beach, CA, Las Ventanas, was developed in answer to the "Everyone Home Long Beach" initiative encouraging innovative, low-income housing solutions for the community. Issued April 2021.

Illustrates the effects of high winds on a roof, and provides solutions for increasing resistance to wind damage. Revised August 2007.

Provides nailing schedules for wood structural panel roof sheathing for high wind areas. Revised March 2006.

Describes APA testing to evaluate Japanese design method for shear walls with openings. Updated March 2004.

Reason for International Residential Code wall sheathing requirements with regard to wind pressure. Revised January 13, 2012.

Comprehensive information for wind resistance of light-framed walls sheathed with plywood or OSB using the methodology of the 2012 IBC, Table 2304.6.1 and the 2012 IRC, Table R602.3(3). Revised June 6, 2012.

This report summarizes the findings of a team of structural engineers who visited the site shortly after the windstorm to assess the damages sustained by residences as a result of the high winds. Issued August 2017.