Rezumat/Abstract. In the first part of the paper, hydro-geotechnical factors that must be taking into consideration, when choosing the foundation system for buildings located in urban centres, are listed. In the last part is presented a case study from Moldavia region, where due to some errors in the execution process, complex problems occurred.

Cuvinte cheie/Key words: water seepage, settlement, loess, foundations

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