The book outlines several strategies for designing foundations that can withstand, or prevent, damage from swelling soils:
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Furthermore, building codes have evolved. The International Building Code (IBC) and ASCE 7-22 now mandate specific site classification (S, S1, etc.) for expansive materials. Chen’s book pre-dates these code cycles. Always cross-reference with local building department requirements. not specifically a downloadable PDF)
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