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1804.3 Placement of Backfill

Building Code 2015 of Utah > 18 Soils and Foundations > 1804 Excavation, Grading and Fill > 1804.3 Placement of Backfill

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The excavation outside the foundation shall be backfilled with soil that is free of organic material, construction debris, cobbles and boulders or with a controlled low-strength material (CLSM). The backfill shall be placed in lifts and compacted in a manner that does not damage the foundation or the waterproofing or dampproofing material.

Exception: CLSM need not be compacted.

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