A crawlspace is not considered a basement in architectural, real estate, or building code definitions. While both are subterranean or semi-subterranean foundation types, a basement features full ceiling heights allowing people to stand upright and walk around freely, often providing usable living or storage square footage. In contrast, a crawlspace is a shallow foundation with limited vertical clearance, typically ranging from one to three feet, meant solely for utilities.
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