alternate for ledger and elevated slab
alternate for ledger and elevated slab
(OP)
several contractors have expressed distaste for my standard detail for elevated slab joist attachment to a ledger with the tension straps and the bolts, etc... admittingly, it does appear to be a pain in the rear
i am exploring an alternative: 'notching' the foundation stemwall or retaining wall (perpindular joists) for the joists to seat into and rest on in bearing. what would be considered good connection standards and notch depth (2" seems too small), stemwall width, tension straps - or just bolts and a23/a35 clips to a sill plate, or maybe no sill plate since i am using P.T. 2x12...???
i am exploring an alternative: 'notching' the foundation stemwall or retaining wall (perpindular joists) for the joists to seat into and rest on in bearing. what would be considered good connection standards and notch depth (2" seems too small), stemwall width, tension straps - or just bolts and a23/a35 clips to a sill plate, or maybe no sill plate since i am using P.T. 2x12...???






RE: alternate for ledger and elevated slab
You have stated that your details are "a pain in the rear", so ask the contractors what they would suggest for a more cost effective detail that accomplishes the same structural intent. You are not asking them to design the detail, only provide construction input.
Maybe I'm not understanding your detail, but why won't joist hangers on a ledger work?
RE: alternate for ledger and elevated slab