Laserfiche WebLink
ORONO COPY <br /> M Voigt & Associates, Inc. <br /> ' STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES 4635 NICOLS RD. SUITE 204 <br /> EAGAN,MN 55122 <br /> - PH.(651)686-7727 FAX.(651)686-8444 <br /> Thursday,November 12,2009 <br /> RE:720 Tonkawa Road <br /> Dear Mr.Wier: <br /> As per your request I reviewed the plans and made a site visit to the aforementioned project. The purpose of my work was to evaluate <br /> the feasibility of the proposed vertical expansion. <br /> General: <br /> The home is a very well maintained wood framed structure supported on a masonry foundation. The home's wall and ceiling's were <br /> almost completely covered by finishes,which made observation of actual structural members impossible,except for a small amount of <br /> masonry. <br /> Observations: <br /> • The floors,walls and ceilings finishes are in good condition. They do not show excessive cracking or moisture penetration. <br /> • Exterior finishes appear in good condition. <br /> • Masonry walls are cracked in a couple locations. <br /> Discussion/Recommendations: <br /> This type of vertical expansion is routinely and successfully constructed on this type of existing structure. <br /> All existing conditions that are observed to be unsound during demolition should be corrected. The masonry walls that were observed <br /> as cracked should be cored filled and reinforced with rebar in each core full height. <br /> Due to the limited observation of existing structural components(Wood framing,masonry walls and footings)there may be additional <br /> discoveries during demolition that will require remedial work. Also,it should be expected due to the additional loads the structure <br /> will be carrying,that there would be some minor cracking in the walls and ceilings. Provisions should be made for cosmetic repairs of <br /> such cracks. <br /> The information and opinions contained herein are based upon the limited investigation described at the beginning of this report.No <br /> warranties are expressed or implied regarding the existence of other unknown conditions not specifically addressed.Our work is in <br /> accordance with generally accepted engineering standards and is not intended to be relied upon or transferred to individuals other than <br /> the addressee.Should information or conditions become known which differ from the discussion herein,they may alter the opinions or <br /> conclusions of the undersigned. <br /> Please call if you have any questions. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Paul W.Voigt,PE <br /> I Hereby Certify That This Plan,Specification,Or Report Was Prepared <br /> By Me Or Under My Direct Supervision And That I Am A Duly <br /> Licensed Engineer Under The Laws Of The State Of Minnesota. <br /> y�- <br /> Paul W.Voigt <br /> Date 11/12/2009 License Number 20705 <br />