How should wind loads on clay and concrete tile roof coverings be determined as per Section 1504.2 of the 2018 International Building Code?

Wind loads on clay and concrete tile roof coverings should be determined in accordance with Section 1609.5 of the 2018 International Building Code.

Section 1504.2 of the 2018 International Building Code specifies that wind loads on clay and concrete tile roof coverings must be calculated following the guidelines set out in Section 1609.5. This section provides the necessary criteria and methods for assessing wind resistance and ensuring that the roof coverings can withstand the design wind pressures.