Generally, the reinforced earth retaining wall can tolerate much larger settlements than conventional RC walls. The type of facing influences settlement tolerances. In general, concrete-faced reinforced earth structures using discrete articulating panels can accommodate maximum longitudinal differential settlements of about 1/100. Walls with drycast modular block facing should be limited to settlements of 1/200. For walls with relatively flexible facings, the limiting differential settlement may be larger than 1/50. For wrapped faced walls, the facing ?whether geotextile, geogrid, or wire mesh ?can be attached drycast modular block or prefabricated facing panels after construction of the wall. This multi-staging facing approach adds cost but is advantageous where significant settlement is anticipated. In this case study, an example of reinforced earth wall constructed on soft ground using staged construction method is shown.