INTENT:
To limit the probability that any surcharge on the foundation
walls will not be included in the design pressures, which could lead to the
walls being unable to resist lateral pressure, which could lead to the cracking
of foundations or building superstructures.
This is to
limit the probability of:
- compromised structural integrity, or
- for environmental separators or elements supporting environmental
separators, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation
elements, which could lead to the deterioration of building elements, which
could lead to compromised structural integrity.
For floors and elements supporting floors, this is to limit the
probability of excessive movement, deflection or vibration of floors, which
could lead to negative effects on the psychological well-being of persons.
To expand the application of
Section
4.2. to
walls supporting other than drained earth that are not constructed in accordance
with
Section
9.15.