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4.2.5.5.(1) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP4 |
Objective | OP4 Protection of Adjacent Buildings from Structural Damage |
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Application | Application 1: Control of surface water, all groundwater, perched groundwater and in particular artesian
groundwater, during all phases of excavation and
construction.
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability that pressure due to groundwater
around excavations will lead to the instability of an excavation or to ground
heaving, which could lead to excessive displacement of ground, which could
lead to damage to adjacent buildings. |
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