Recent content by Mark R

I believe there is at least one more possibility. The structural engineer could've known what was happening but was paid to ignore it!

Thanks for posting that information. I wasn't aware of the exposed rebar in the garage area.Thanks for posting that information. I wasn't aware of the exposed rebar in the garage area.

I just came across this but she had some more intrigue to the story. A preliminary NIST report points to deviations from design in the Surfside, Florida, condo’s pool deck construction. New details came to light Thursday regarding what caused the collapse of the Champlain Towers South building...

Like Millionton, I find it very doubtful that the homeowners would request a number of piles being reduced. Why in the world what they want to reduce them and cause potential problems in the future? Do they even have anybody on their board with the expertise to know what's being done? If they...

Is it just me or does 0.25" at the foundation seem like more than what the top moved because of the distances involved? It's still tilting more and no matter how you look at it!

I'm confused by his explanation. I understand why you don't want the pile to be tied into the rebar raft but I don't understand why you don't want the Bars to be connected to the rebar raft (floor of the vault) it seemed like everyone had to be the strongest connection and actually don't see a...

I never did realize until this morning that New York City also had a Leaning Tower and in ways it's even worse because it's never been completed! Here are some links discussing the situation. https://youtu.be/7QrvbUxOamo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/161_Maiden_Lane

I agree with dik, the article seemed about the right length and with a great explanation of what is happening. I certainly understand why the original president of the HOA resigned, I wouldn't of been comfortable at all signing on to this proposal. The internal micro piles certainly seem like...

I agree but because of the known weaknesses and the lack of sophisticated calculating systems many times they used huge overkill's of materials to ensure adequate strength. Much different compared to today's world where we calculate to the nth degree and have slim margins so corners are shaped...

Thanks!

By any chance do you know where we could find a copy of that permit, it would be interesting to see what it actually says.

I was wondering the exact same thing, at the very least I'm sure there are some structural engineers making a fortune off the inspections!

A 164 unit condominium building in Miami Beach was evacuated this morning after a structural engineering review highlighted some severe problems! Miami Beach condos evacuated

I wonder if this will have any effect on the buildings tilt? It's the 1st earthquake I've seen information about in the bay area since the problem was noticed. 5.1 Quake in SF Bay Area

Thanks for the update! I have a feeling it's going to drag on a long time before any resolution is reached!