Standard Chapter 5.1 Substructure and ground bearing floors (Amended 2005)

Publication Year

2005

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Gives guidance on meeting the technical requirements and recommendations for substructure and ground bearing floors. Covers: transfer of loads, ground conditions, services and drainage, wall below dpc, ground below fill, damp proof course and thermal insulation.

Document History

Amended May 2002. Amended May 2004. Amended May 2005. Volume compiling NHBC standards, some with new revisions, comes into effect 1 September 2006.

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