(A) A moisture barrier shall be used between the top of the foundation and the bottom of the bale wall to prevent moisture from migrating through the foundation into the bottom course of bales. This barrier shall consist of one of the following:
(1) Cementitious waterproof coating;
(2) Type 30 asphalt felt over an asphalt emulsion;
(3) Sheet metal flashing, sealed at joints; or
(4) Other approved building moisture barrier.
(B) All penetrations through the moisture barrier, as well as all joints in the barrier, must be sealed with asphalt, caulking or an approved sealant.
(Res. 96-17, passed 12-12-1996)