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Old Posted Nov 28, 2024, 5:21 PM
BaddieB BaddieB is offline
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I keep seeing new buildings with that big protruding slab of concrete across the top of the first floor. Is that some sort of new style, or a cost saving measure, or required to meet new seismic requirements. I don't get it.
Apparently its to provide sunlight to the street level. Because when you're walking on a hot day direct sunlight is imperative. It's a government regulation.
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