Taxonomy Parameters

1. Main structural system
UCM-URM7

- Buildings constructed of brick in cement mortar walls
- Mortar mix is usually 1:6 or leaner
- Walls are generally one brick to one and half brick thick at about 150 to 400 mm in average

2. Height range
LR (1)

Single story

3. Seismic design level
LD

- Fair construction quality and workmanship
- Few seismic enhancement measures
- Building designed for low lateral loads