First divide the column length into three parts as
Let L be the total length of column
1)L/4 From the bottom
2)L/4 from the top
3) Remaining part(Central portion)
#Give the spacing of ties in bottom and top L/4 portion as minimum
& Reason :Stress on the column is maximum at this portion due to load transfer,in order to counter that ties are provided with minimal spacing.
#Give the spacing of ties in centre portion as maximum
& Reason:Stress is very less in centre portion and hence ties are provided with maximum spacing.
Example:
Suppose take a column of length 10m, stirrup (Ties)of Dia 8mm
#8mm @ 100mm c/c @ 2.5 m from both ends
#8mm @200mm c/c @ 5m in central part