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    Building expansion joints

    thanks @driftlimiter for taking time to address my question, i need to know what more you require to know about the building. i have attached more drawings for better view...
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    Building expansion joints

    Thank you for your prompt response @driftlimiter. I want to further confirm if the the sidelap is applicable to concrete buildings. I have attached a sketch to show how the building looks like. Note: 1. Roof Level, 2. Upper level, 3. Ground level and 4, Basement level. 5 is the retaining wall. I...
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    Building expansion joints

    Hello, I have a building design on partly basement structure and the rest of the building is on grade, all having isolated footing. Is it a must to introduce a separation joint on the vertical line where the basement covers from the rest of the building? Note that the soil is very stable kpa of...

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