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Influence of DPC at wall base
Damp proof course (DPC) can be specified at the base of a free-standing wall. It increases durability but decreases structural resistance.
DPC can specified by going to Input > Wall
- With DPC at base, cracked moment resistance applies.
- Without DPC at base, elastic moment resistance applies.
Consider the diagram below. Without DPC at base, the design is adequate, but with DPC at base, the design fails.
