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What kind of stucco?  Cementicious?  EIFS?  How thick?

You are indeed correct that the proper flashing will be the key which ever 
way you go.

Chandler Knowles
Pensacola, FL

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ken Rodgers" <Ken at artisanbilt.com>
To: <codetalk at myfloridacode.com>
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 9:02 PM
Subject: [Florida Code Talk] Attaching Deck to Stucco


> All,
>
>  I know this is not really a code question (unless someone has a code
> reference that applies) but I would still appreciate your expert opinions 
> on
> the subject.  I was asked to give a bid on building a second story deck to 
> a
> house with stucco covering.  Based on research and my own inclinations, I
> feel it would be best to remove the stucco where the ledger board will be 
> so
> it (the ledger board) can attach directly to the structural members of the
> house (e.g. - floor trusses).  It seems to me that leaving the stucco in
> between the two would not be as structurally sound since it could compress
> over time and with movement of the wood and make for a loose joint.  It
> could also cause stresses and cracks in the stucco.  Obviously, proper
> flashing will be a key factor in either case.  Any opinions, experiences,
> etc are appreciated.
>
>
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> Ken Rodgers
>
> ArtisanBilt Construction
>
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