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Fiche technique S3-05 : fondations de béton (détail du nivellement et du drain)

Consulted
October 10, 2026
Region
QC
Language
fr

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What we take from it

  • The APCHQ plans a 10% slope over 2 m along the foundation at backfill, which later settles to about 2%.
  • The APCHQ detail covers the foundation drain with 150 mm of 19 mm clear stone.
  • 10% slope over 2 m at backfill.
  • Slope along the foundation and drain cover.
  • The APCHQ recommends ground that moves water away from the foundation over at least 2 m: about a 10% slope before compaction, to end near 2% once the soil has settled.
  • The APCHQ recommends ground that moves water away from the foundation over at least 2 m.