CODE
INTERPRETATION
MECKLENBURG COUNTY
Building Code Enforcement
CODE:
2002 NC Residential Code
SUBJECT:
Engineer footer/foundation repairs (pier systems)
Reviewed by: Gene Morton/George Rogers/Jeff Griffin
Question: What information and inspections are required for engineered
footer/foundation repairs such as helical piers?
Code reference: R301.1/R301.1.2 & Administrative Code section 301 Permits (GS153A-357
and 160A-417)
Answer: Helical pier systems are structural repairs and are required, regardless of dollar amount,
to have a permit pulled for such repairs (including just chimney repairs). There will be 2 required
inspections for such repairs and 2 engineering reports as listed below:
1. Footer inspection- At time of footer inspection an engineering design letter will be
required to be on site for field inspector review and to collect to place on file with permit
documents.
2. Final inspection- When all work is completed a final inspection will be conducted and a
engineers letter that signs off on installation meeting design requirements will need to be
on site for inspector to review and collect. In addition the grade around structure will be
reviewed to verify that positive drainage is still provided around structure.
Approved By _____Gene Morton_______________
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Date ______2/24/06_____