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9.14.3.3.(1) | Application | Intent |
OH1 | OS2 | OP2 |
Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
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Application | Application 1: Drain tiles and drain pipes that are installed at
the bottom of exterior foundation walls of buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Exceptions:
except:
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of:
This is to limit the probability of:
This is to limit the probability of excessive moisture loading on
foundation walls and basement floors, which could lead to the accumulation
of water under hydrostatic pressure, which could lead to:
This is to limit the probability of:
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
Intent 2: To limit the probability the accumulation of water under
hydrostatic pressure on the soil immediately beneath the footings, will lead
to saturation and a reduction in the soil's bearing capacity, which could
lead to the failure of foundation walls and basement floors, which could lead
to harm to persons. |
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