6.3.3 Supporting load-bearing internal walls
Load-bearing internal walls shall be adequately supported by foundations.
Load-bearing internal walls should have:
- a foundation, or
- a means of support that transfers loads safely to a foundation.
Foundations should be in accordance with Part 4 of these Standards, including, where applicable, Chapter 4.3 Strip and trench fill foundations and Chapter 4.4 Raft, pile, pier and beam foundations.
Last updated: 2nd January 2025