HomeMy WebLinkAboutFoundation LetterFebruary 24, 2022
TO:St Lucie County Permitting / Zoning
2300 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, Florida 34982
RE:Foundation Reinforcing Steel
30' x 25' x 14' Carolina Carports Metal Utility Structure
5420 Cassia Drive
Fort Pierce, Florida
Parcel No. 3402-610-0068-000-0
Permit No. 2104-0710
It is my understanding that the monolithic slab foundation for the above referenced utility building was
constructed in accordance with the permitted building plans prepared by the undersigned Engineer,
except that the specified two (2) No. 5 reinforcing bars in the perimeter thickened edges were omitted.
W hile the specified two bars is consistent with standard construction practice, Florida Building Code does
allow for “plain” (non-reinforced) concrete footings for support of light-weight frame buildings, provided
that the concrete has minimum 2,500 psi compressive strength, minimum base footing width of 12
inches, and minimum footing thickness of 6 inches. It is my opinion that the foundation, as constructed,
is adequate to provide support of the structure, and meets the requirements of Section 1809.7 FBC
Seventh Edition (2020).
If you should have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to call.
Respectfully,
Bechtol Engineering and Testing, Inc.
T h o m a s B e c h to l, P .E .
P re s id e n t / P rin c ip a l E n g in e e r
This item has been digitally signed and sealed by Thomas Bechtol, P.E. on
the date adjacent to the seal. Printed copies of this document are not
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