Faulty grade definition
Faulty grade means a condition in which:
Faulty grade means the top of the foundation is even with or below the adjacent earth. The existing earth level shall be con- sidered grade. Specific exceptions are basement construction and sunken room construction when the surrounding founda- tion is at least 3 inches above the exterior grade level.
Faulty grade means a condition in which a floor joist or stringer is less than 12 inches above the soil level, the top of the foundation is less than 3 inches above the adjacent soil
More Definitions of Faulty grade
Faulty grade means a condition in which a floor joist or stringer is less than 12 inches above the soil level, the top of the foundation is less than 3 inches above the adjacent soil level, or [the drainage is such that] there is visible evidence of drainage of surface water toward the structure and excessive moisture is evident . [on the substructural timbers.]