A wood foundation composed of a treated wood sill or block framing members resting directly on the earth. Also called a mudsill foundation.
Consider the following when selecting a quality:
Load supported: The greater the load, the higher the quality.
Size and shape: The higher the ratio of the perimeter to floor area, the higher the quality.
Load-bearing capacity of the soil: The lower the capacity, the higher the quality.
Topography: Stepped foundations require a higher quality.
Climate: The deeper the frost line, the higher the quality.
Enter the following for this component:
Percent of Total Floor Area: 1 – 100, or
Floor Area (Square Feet)
Foundation
Class D Residential and Farm occupancies