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Consider:

Can the project design be simplified to reduce the amount of material used in the foundation?

Assess systems that use less material to see if they are appropriate for the project and the site:

Would a thinner than standard foundation be structurally adequate for this project?

Can a frost-protected shallow foundation be used for this project and site?

Is a pier foundation an option for the project?

For occupied basements:

Does an insulating concrete form foundation wall make sense?

Would a panelized precast foundation offer material savings?


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