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    • What's New in Autodesk Grading Optimization
      • What's New in Autodesk Grading Optimization for Civil 3D
      • New Features in Previous Releases of Autodesk Grading Optimization
    • Release Notes
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      • Autodesk Grading Optimization
      • Preparing your Drawing for Grading Optimization
      • Placing Grading Objects
      • About Grading Objects
        • Aligned Edges
        • Bend Lines
        • Bounded Points
        • Building Pads
        • Curbs
        • Drain Lines
        • Exclusion Zones
        • Grading Limits
        • Low Points
        • Offset Points
        • Parking Lots
        • Pathways
        • Ponds
        • Retaining Walls
        • Reveals
        • Ridge Lines
        • Zones
      • Starting Grading Optimization
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    Building Pads

    The Building Pad grading object will flatten the area within the closed geometry and will adjust its elevation to meet the constraints and grading objectives of the project.

    As Configured Optimized

    The grade of the surface around the Building Pad may rise or fall sharply as an exposed or buried foundation wall would. Use Reveals to control the amount of foundation shown.

    The elevation from the Building Pad to the adjacent grades can be controlled with Elevation Offsets.


    Related:

    • Reveals
    • Elevation Offsets
    • Building Pad Properties Panel
    • Building Pad Tool Properties Dialog
    Parent page: About Grading Objects

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