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1803.5.2 Questionable Soil

Florida Building Code 2014 > 18 Soils and Foundations > 1803 Geotechnical Investigations > 1803.5 Investigated Conditions > 1803.5.2 Questionable Soil
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Where the classification, strength or compressibility of the soil is in doubt or where a load-bearing value superior to that specified in this code is claimed, the building official shall be permitted to require that a geotechnical investigation be conducted.

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