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Building Code Foundation Requirements TopicRequirement or RecommendationFooting depth12 inches minimum depth or below frost line.Footing width12 inches minimum.Footing level, topAlways level.Footing level, bottomUp to 10-percent slope.5 more rows ?

Footings can either be cast directly against the ground (dirt) or be provided with formwork around its edges.

Constructing a concrete slab requires finesse and attention to detail. Basic concrete forms are essential to ensure the concrete sets in the desired shape. Build a flawed form and you may have to start over from scratch, wasting time and materials.

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You should also check local building codes. The section on footings in Formwork for Concrete (ACI SP-4) says that when fabricated forms are omitted entirely and concrete is cast directly against the excavation, larger tolerances may apply.