Waterproofing Codes

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This section implies that all walls that require waterproofing shall be constructed of concrete or masonry and shall be of structural integrity to withstand hydrostatic pressure and lateral loads.

Floors required to be waterproofed shall be of concrete and designed and constructed to withstand the hydrostatic pressures to which the floors will be subjected

This section implies that a waterproofing application is completed when the site ground water table is maintained at an elevation of not less than 6 inches below the bottom of the ground slab.

This piece covers code details on surface preparation of walls and roof ventilation

The wall must be free of all voids and other imperfections prior to the application of the dampproofing material.

The materials used for dampproofing of walls shall consist of bitumen, acrylic modified asphalt and surface bonding mortar that complies with ASTM C 887.

This section implies that dampproofing is required to all below grade floors and walls where hydrostatic pressure will not occur.

Learn about Section 1807.1.3 Ground-Water Control and its appropriate code interpretation.

Code information and interpretation for Section 1807.1.2 (Under-floor Space) and Section 1807.1.2.1 (Flood Hazard Areas)