Concrete block steps, remove them?

[Sol Bergren]

I've got a rental that has some grade issues on the outside and I am going to add soil to help with drainage away from the house.  The problem is there are 4 heavy concrete steps, they are in good condition but I am unsure what to do with them as they are not easily moved and the soil has sunk more around them as compared to the rest of the house.

I'm thinking of just smashing them up, adding soil around foundation and then putting wooden steps in place as they won't put as much weight on the new soil and can easily be moved if I need to add more soil for drainage.

Anyone encountered this issue? Thoughts?

[Kyle Hipp]

the idea situation is to move the steps, pour a proper base and then reinstall. I prefer wood steps as well however they would not be movable as that would not meet code.