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| Building Plinth |
This is the
portion of structure between the surface of the surrounding ground and surface
of the floor, immediately above the ground. As per Byelaws, the plinth should
not be less than 45cm. The basic requirements of plinth area
1.
To transmit the load of the
super-structure to the foundation.
2.
To act as a retaining wall so as
to keep the filling portion below the raised floor or the building.
3.
To protect the building from damp
or moisture penetration into it.
4.
It enhances the architectural
appearance of the building.
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