# Conduit Routing

## Shear Walls

[[construction-methods#Shear Walls|Shear Walls]]

Shear walls, like those around stairwells and elevator shafts,
may be routed through with special permission.
## Post-Tensioned Slabs

[[construction-methods#Post-Tensioned Slab|Post-Tensioned Slab]]

> [!cite] Joel Jansen 2025-08-15, in reference to Belle Meade Plaza (pp.)
> No affect on takeoff. Routing in slab still possible.

> [!cite] Joel Jansen 2025-08-21, in reference to Belle Meade Plaza (pp.)
> PT slabs do have some affect on takeoff.
> 3in conduit can not be run in an 11in PT slab.

## Pan Deck Slabs

[[construction-methods#Pan Deck Slab|Pan Deck Slab]]

> [!cite] Joel Jansen 2025-08-15, in reference to Belle Meade Plaza (pp.)
> Do not route in slab.