Design footings for the effect of tree(s) using AS 2870:- Part 1-Introduction

In the first part of this series, we explore various methods for designing residential footings in accordance with the Australian Standard AS2870-2011, specifically focusing on how to account for the impact of trees. We discuss the process and methodology of footing design, considering factors such as centre and edge heave caused by the effect of trees. We also briefly cover the code method found in Appendix H and the Foundation and Footing Society method described in the commentary section CH5. Additionally, we introduce the beam on mound model, which considers the tree-induced mound height which includes the normal profile soil characteristics and surface movement (ys), as well as the design tree movement value (yt). If you enjoy our content, please consider liking, sharing, and subscribing to our channel so others can also benefit. Thank you for your support.

[@QuantumDestra]

Hi, thanks for these videos and the explanations of some of the theory & worked examples provided within the code. I'm a junior engineer working in Victoria and found many of these videos very helpful. Would you consider explaining some of the theory behind controlled fill design, or a slab-on-fill in the future? Were there any other references that you'd recommend that delve a bit more into the design of residential footings, tree effects, soil interactions etc? Regardless, I look forward to the rest of this series!

[@learn-structural]

Thank you so much for the positive feedback. Part of the series would definitely include slab design on controlled fill. There are so many other examples which I hope to cover. Thanks again and stay tuned.