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// CODE SNIPPET

1803.5.4 Ground-Water Table

Building Code 2015 of New York State > 18 Soils and Foundations > 1803 Geotechnical Investigations > 1803.5 Investigated Conditions > 1803.5.4 Ground-Water Table
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A subsurface soil investigation shall be performed to determine whether the existing ground-water table is above or within 5 feet (1524 mm) below the elevation of the lowest floor level where such floor is located below the finished ground level adjacent to the foundation.
Exception: A subsurface soil investigation to determine the location of the ground-water table shall not be required where waterproofing is provided in accordance with Section 1805.

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Where the ground water table is lowered and maintained at an elevation not less than 6 inches (152 mm) below the bottom of the lowest floor ...
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