Identifing foundation types

[bigdog]

Hi Jerry,
My question concerns being able to determine what type of foundation is in place on barrier islands and homes along the intercostal water way.
Are there any specific rules located in the code that address this or does the soil test and location determine what is designed?
I think I already know the answer to the next question but I'll ask anyway. Is there anyway to visually determine after construction if a piling foundation is installed? Thanks.

David

[Jerry Peck - Codeman]

[bigdog]

I have seen homes in Delray Beach on the canals circa 60's and 70's that appeared to be slab poured on top of piling with no crawl. The soil would be washing out from under the home due to leaks in the seawall but no structural damage. I thought all buildings on barrier islands were piling foundation?

I don't really think digging down and disturbing the termite treatment is wise so I will just have to report what I can see.

David

[Jerry Peck - Codeman]