Please consider adding a block masonry pier option for the column type in the spread footing module. It is a common detail to use either 16" grouted chimney block or 8x16 or double 8x16 block for short piers. These are commonly unreinforced in residential construction.
Currently, the only workaround is to use a concrete pier and either show it as having rebar or ignore the errors with no rebar.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention! Currently, we don’t support masonry piers as a “Column Type” as you noticed, but I’ve logged your feature request in our backlog.
I recognize that unreinforced block piers are commonly used in residential buildings but I’m unable to provide a timeline for implementation due to other ongoing priorities. In the meantime, your workaround using the concrete pier option is a good approach, though I understand it’s not ideal - you may also be able to select “Wood Column” if you prefer.
Thank you!
