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Above left: Defects in reinforced concrete framework.

Above right:A fractured and bulged wall, Hillier St.

rely on reclamation to provide build- ing land. Often times buildings have been erected on reclamation fill on very shallow stone or concrete foot- ings, a short time after filling has been completed. Settlement has taken place over the years, which has

weakened the fabric of these build- ings to such an extent that when demolition of adjoining properties takes place, or vibration is caused by piling in the vicinity, these buildings are liable to collapse, as has been the case too often recently. In some cases, deterioration of the fabric of

◄ A fractured wall,

Des Voeux Road.

THE HONG KONG & FAR EAST BUILDER--VOLUME 19, NUMBER 3