Standard Chapter 4.5 Raft, pile, pier and beam foundations
Publication Year
1999
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Gives guidance on meeting the technical requirements and recommendations for constructing raft, pile, pier and beam foundations. Covers: hazardous ground, supervision, notification, requirements for foundations, site conditions, differential settlement, movement joints, services, damp proofing and safe transmission of loads.
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National House Building Council
Formed in 1936, the NHBC is the standard setting body for new and newly converted homes in the UK.
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