10-03-2006, 11:08 AM
I'm not the expert but I believe an altered version of post n pier is still used. Shearwalls are now used, probably must be poured. Almost like a stemwall construction or a cross between post n pier and stemwall.
This info is probably incorrect so wait a bit and get the correct scoop.
A little research reveals I was way off base. I do believe shear walls are required now. They basically serve as a concrete reinforcement to the post and pier. Stem walls can need reinforcement also and are not related to shear walls, although there can be some visual similarities.
http://www.uhh.hawaii.edu/~nat_haz/earth...ecting.php
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Edited by - oink on 10/03/2006 15:51:00
This info is probably incorrect so wait a bit and get the correct scoop.
A little research reveals I was way off base. I do believe shear walls are required now. They basically serve as a concrete reinforcement to the post and pier. Stem walls can need reinforcement also and are not related to shear walls, although there can be some visual similarities.
http://www.uhh.hawaii.edu/~nat_haz/earth...ecting.php
S. FL Islander to be
Edited by - oink on 10/03/2006 15:51:00
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