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Originally Posted by Tron_fdc
Serious question; why are basements allowed in these areas?
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I think part of the reason is they are an easy way to bring water and sewer in well below the frost line. That is why they are so common in Canada and the northern US, but not as common the further south you go.
A better question might be why are basements allowed to be developed when they are in flood plains?