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Kevin Sparlts
Pulle Homes of Indiana
11590 North Meridian Street, Suite 530
Indianapolis, IN 46032
Re: Meadows of Saddle Creek, lot 376, Windsor Model (2779)
Dear Mr. Sparlts,
At the request of Eric Toussant of Pulte Homes of Indiana, I have reviewed the design and drawings
for the home referenced above.
It is my understanding that a municipal inspector has expressed concems about the support of the
header at the Family Room fireplace opening.
The header is a 2-p1y, 2x10 which supports the roof tnJ$S load. 11$ clear span is approximately 42".
The header is supported by 2x6 cripple studs and the Family Room face of the header is flush with the
inside face of the framed wall.
A 2-ply, 2x10 of this Ieogth is capable of supporting the roof load in this condition. Only one cripple
stud is required at each end. Two-by-four cripple studs are adequate for support Two-by-six studs
are also adequate and it is not detrimental for the 2-pIy, 2x10 header to be flush with one face of the
stud. Therefore no remedial action is necessary for this condition.
Please contact me with any further questions or commenl$.
My opinion, stated herein, is Hmited to those issues discussed. Other issues regarding the
construction, if any, are beyond the scope of this letter.
John D. Schwarz, PE
Structural Engineer
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Schwarz Engineering Group