Hey all- I am need of some engineering assistance. I need to replace the deck on the front of my house and while the majority of it is atypical framing I do have a couple of areas that are requiring some clarification. I have contacted the city building division and to be quite honest, the Inspector was very much less than helpful(downright miserable to be honest).
I need to address Ledger board placement and fastening and also a workaround for an existing concrete stoop. I know I have solutions to the issues but unfortunately they need to be "Engineer Approved". If I draw it up and take it to the city I know I will end up going round and round with approvals/rejections/approval fees etc and during this Corona mess that would take all summer.
I would just as soon pay an Engineer a few bucks to be able to submit "Engineer Approved" plans to the city.
Any ideas?
Thanks