shall be placed on sill plates that may be continuous or in two parallel rows with drainage mat or gravel between. plates shall be flush with the inside and outside edges of the bale.
the bottom of the sill plate shall be a minimum of eight (8) inches above exterior grade.
all wood within straw walls or used as window and door bucks shall be wrapped with an approved moisture barrier where it comes in contact with plaster.
all windows, doors, and breaks in the exterior finish shall be flashed to prevent the entrance of water into the wall. supply flashing details.
bales shall be stacked in staggered (running) bond to a maximum of 