A homeowner in South Jordan, Utah is building a new 26×30 garage in their backyard. The plan calls for a monolithic pour, with the slab at 6 inches thick and the footing extending at least 30 inches below the soil line. We confirmed these values by seeing the provided plans.
During the site visit, questions arose about the footing preparation. The footings were set at 12 inches wide and 30 inches below the form height. While this appeared out of alignment, adjustments were being made at the time of our review. The final depth will be 30 inches below grade, consistent with the plan set.
As to the width, we determined that a 12-inch footing is adequate for a garage of this type. The reinforcement schedule shown in the plans also meets current building code standards. With these corrections in place, the foundation will provide proper support for the new structure.
