Light steel regulations in Turkey, article by article
The 2027 regulation and TBDY 2018 Chapter 10, with article numbers and in plain language.
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Light steel material rules 2027: 250 MPa, the DX grade ban and screw requirements
TBDY 2018 Chapter 10: braced panel rules, clause by clause
Light steel floor rules 2027: deflection table, 8 Hz and web stiffeners
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Frequently asked
Which regulation applies to light steel buildings in Turkey?
TBDY 2018 Chapter 10 is in force today. From 1 January 2027 the Regulation on the Design, Calculation and Construction Principles of Light Steel Buildings also applies, in addition to TBDY for seismic design.
Are the values in these articles up to date?
Each article shows its publication and update date. Check values against the official text on your design date before you decide.
About this topic
Light steel rules in Turkey sit in two texts: Chapter 10 of the Turkish Building Earthquake Code 2018 (TBDY 2018) and the Regulation on the Design, Calculation and Construction Principles of Light Steel Buildings, which takes effect on 1 January 2027.
These articles read both texts from a manufacturer's and an engineer's point of view. Every value is given with its article. They do not replace the official text.