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Originally Posted by look 171
Siht, I learn something new everyday around you guys. I will remember that even though its the architect's problem. Learning some things like this, I can pretend like I know what the heck I am talking about.
Thanks for sharing that Milt.
Jeff
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Years ago I had a plan that called for more windows than typical and it tipped the scale. The solution to maintaining the average R value throughout the construction is to surcharge another portion of the building. It should be pertinent to the immediate area in violation.
This was back when the plan checkers would do the calcs, you didn't have to take the plans to an energy engineer. Well, the plan checker noted my overhangs above the windows (overhangs are included in the overall calcs). He told me to hang a plastic patio blind off the facia in front of the windows and it would pass.
We did, the inspector came out for the final, sighed a bit and signed off. The blind came down that afternoon.
This sort of hi-jinks won't fly today. But it would if the blind was a permanent architectural element.