We coordinated with the contractor on as-built dimensions, designed a new stair and floor system, and produced calculations showing existing footings could carry the added load with specified upgrades.
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Second-Story Addition
Addition · Denver, CO · 2024
Structural engineering and permit drawings for a second-floor expansion over an existing ranch home.
Case study
Overview
A contractor needed engineer-stamped structural plans and a permit-ready architectural package to add a full second story to a 1960s ranch.
- TypeAddition
- LocationDenver, CO
- Year2024
- Deliverables3
Project details
- Type
- Addition
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Year
- 2024
- Services
- Permit plan set · Structural engineering · PE stamp
- Scope
- 1,100 sq ft second-story addition
Context
The Challenge
Existing foundation and wall conditions required field-verified assumptions and load path analysis before framing plans could be finalized.
Scope
What We Delivered
- Architectural permit drawings
- Structural plans and load calculations
- PE stamp (Colorado)
How we worked
Approach
Coordinated disciplines, jurisdiction research, and clear communication from kickoff through delivery.
— ResultPermit issued without structural resubmittal. Framing proceeded per sheet.
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