Intent 1:
To limit the probability of insufficient bearing
area for foundations, which could lead to compressive failure and
settlement of the underlying soil, which could lead to structural
damage to the foundation and the building, which could lead to an
inability to support vertical building loads or lateral earth loads.
This is to limit the probability of compromised structural
integrity, which could lead to:
- structural failure,
- where elements support or are part of an environmental
separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation
elements, which could lead to the deterioration of building elements,
or
- an inability to resist expected loads, which could lead
to
- the excessive deformation or deflection of walls, or
- the excessive deflection or vibration of floors.
This is to limit the probability of:
- the space being unsuitable for its intended use, or
- damage to the building.