Landscape Contr. -vs- Arch.

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Which is the better way to go, landscape contractor or architect or
neither?
If neither, what do you suggest?
Here's want I need to get done.
Have some concret (20 sf) and a 20' long 2' high block wall removed
Install a 30' foot long, 3' high retaining wall built.
Filler dirt brought in to raise yard to equal height.
Sprinkler system installed.
Sod installed.
I could do this myself or parts of it. Depends of price.
What do you guys think?
Your input is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
CP

[db...@sprynet.com]

just do it youself, and check with the permit people to see what the
pitch of your yard should be, in my area the back yard has to make the
rainwater run off to the front of the house and then to the street.
An architect would kow this, but he would also want alot of money to
tell you this, and what is he going to design?? a reatining wall that
any concrete pourer could also make.......

[Doug Boulter]

On Mon, 30 Apr 2001 21:20:31, "db...@sprynet.com" <db...@sprynet.com>
wrote:

> and what is he going to design?? a reatining wall that
> any concrete pourer could also make

Whoever designs the wall had better know how to do it right. In this
area, 3' is the point where fairly complex code provisions start to
kick in in terms of footings, reinforcement, and drainage. In
addition, it makes a difference whether the wall is block or poured
and whether the ground behind the wall is sloped or level. Finally,
there are time restrictions on how soon you can backfill against the
wall.

Maybe "any concrete pourer" knows all this stuff, and if he doesn't,
maybe the permitting authority will provide plans. In either case, a
3' retaining wall is no simple job if it is done correctly.

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Doug Boulter

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[Mikie]

sounds like there is need for an architectural drawing rubber stamp approved
by an engineer to submit to the proper inspection authority for a permit.

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[Thomas G. Baker]

I'd suggest a structural engineer.
As I read it, you are concerned with structural, not aesthetic considerations.
You could go to a contractor and have him build it based on experience -
and hope it is right.
If you want to build it, you will want some design back up.
TB

[Tim Werbstein]

A "landscape architect" or an "architect" would work with you to
determine the best solutions aesthetically as well as structurally, for
drainage, and to meet local Code requirements. A landscape contractor
generally will design to the experience of his workers, and he MIGHT not
have specific training in aesthetics, structure, drainage, or Code
requirements. With an architect and a capable contractor - separate
entities, hopefully working cooperatively, you can have more brain-power
if your conditions are difficult.

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