Estudio patológico para evaluación de factibilidad de remodelación y ampliación casa campestre La Fortaleza – Iza (Boyacá)

Abstract

Since the building lacks original plans, an architectural and structural survey is conducted through direct measurements in the field, complemented by records of physical damages and diagnostic tests to assess its condition and compliance with regulations. From these assessments, it is identified that the structure consists of non-structural masonry walls, without confinement elements at the roof level, supported partially by foundations of monolithic concrete beams and solid concrete floor slabs without reinforcement. The configuration does not meet seismic resistance parameters. Additionally, several pathologies were detected, including settlements manifested as cracks and fissures in the floors, advanced carbonation in the floor slab with reinforcement at risk of corrosion, severe moisture due to capillarity, and deterioration of the roof. Based on the structural characterization, condition, and cause diagnosis, it was determined that intervention is necessary at the level of structural reinforcement, migrating to a concrete portal system, in which existing walls and the floor slab are integrated as non-structural elements, with corrective interventions for cracks, fissures, moisture, and corrosion protection. Regarding the roof, wooden structures need to be replaced, and metal trusses and tiles, after restoration, can be reused. All this is integrated into the proposed expansion and reinforcement plan