Hello, hope this post it okay.
We are looking to build a cabin at the end of our garden. But before we can do that, I need to level it off. As you can see by the photo, it has quite a steep slope sideways as well as length ways.
I am looking for advice of how best to get it level? I.e do we dig the soil thats there? Add additional soil to the dipped side? Would to fence need raising/lowering? (It needs replacing anyway) Would some kind of concrete base thats thicker on one end be better?
I really have no idea so amy advice would be greatly appreciated. And ideally id like to do some of the work myself if feasible, but understand that certain asks may be better left to professionals.
Thank you in advance 🙂
by Active_Confection479
6 Comments
The work involved in leveling an entire lot is often miss placed effort.
The effect that you may desire is to have a level cabin, and perhaps level ground to walk on, I assume.
It is far, far, far, far, (voice drifts of into the distance) easier to build the cabin on a raised foundation, as cabin are often built on slopes. If you build pathways that are level, you can take advantage of the slope to plant more densely.
Just my thoughts, best of luck.
You dont level the land. You level the foundation.
Dig concrete piers and level them from high (back) to front (low)
Cabin floor goes on the piers and the ground stays sloped.
I would recounter to make two terraces running the length of your yard rather than one big flat area. Elevation change can add a lot of visual interest. Dig a trench about a foot deep down the middle, matching the shape of the planned terrace ledge. Give the trench some meandering curves for a natural look. Level the left side of the yard to the bottom of the trench and the right side to the top of the trench. If you choose the right depth you won’t have to add or remove any fill from the site. Finally, build a retaining wall to hold the up the higher trench. At this height, dry stacked stone or brick will be perfectly adequate. As others have noted, the shed can have a raised foundation that allows it to fit anywhere in this terrace scheme, or else the terraces can be adjusted in size to make room.
Naw, don’t bother, lean into it. Grow taller things in back. Use that slope for your irrigation system.
I agree with these 2 comments . I also have a question about drainage. I don’t see where water will go . Will the cabin have plumbing and electrical ?
Consult an engineer who can work with an architect to design the right foundation for this