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REVIEWED BLD2023-1027+Structural_Analysis_or_Calculations+8.9.2023_2.13.28_PM+3716606RECEIVED Aug 14 2023 IDE WAY ENGINEERING 20305 87" Avenue W. Edmonds, WA 98026 (425) 673-4160 June 5, 2023 Matthew Tillman 8831 204th Street S.W. Edmonds, WA 98026 Subject: Interior Stud Wall Removal BLD2023-1027 REVIEWED BY CITY OF EDMONDS Sidesway Engineering was retained by the homeowner to assess the framing at the above mentioned single family residence to determine the viability of removing two interior stud walls, one located approximately at the house centerline between the kitchen and living room and the other separating the kitchen from the dining room. We were able to visually observe the entire roof framing system from the attic space during our site evaluation. The following observations were made: • The roof framing consists of pre -manufactured roof trusses at 2411o.c. • Each truss was toe -nailed into the center wall line in question, however identically framed trusses adjacent to this wall do clear span to the exterior walls. • The wall between the kitchen and dining room runs parallel to the trusses and no framing lands on this wall. • There were no vertical chord members within the truss at the wall locations which would be typically provided for an interior bearing condition. • The center wall line did jog along the length of the house and there was no difference in the truss framing configuration. Based on these observations, it is our opinion that the interior walls are not bearing walls and may be removed by the homeowner with no strengthening required. Care should be taken to avoid damaging the truss bottom chord when removing the toe -nailed top plate. Our site visit was performed on June 1s` and is the professional opinion of Sidesway Engineering based on the observations at the time of our assessment. This letter was written subject to the standard of care applicable to professional services. Please call if you have any questions or concerns related to our observations. Sincerely, Chris Bernards, PE, SE, LEED AP Principal 15 iwa, -v Tillman Residence Assessment Sidesway Project No. 23052.01 Tillman Residence Remodel Agreement for the Provision of Limited Professional Services June 1, 2023 Enaineer• Client: Sidesway Engineering, PLLC Matthew Tillman Chris Bernards, PE, SE, LEED AP 8831 2041h Street S.W. 20305 87th Avenue W. Edmonds, WA 98026 Edmonds, WA 98026 Protect: Tillman Residence Remodel 8831 204th Street S.W. Edmonds, WA 98026 Scope: Fee: June 1, 2023 Perform (1) site visit to assess the observable structure and framing systems at the existing single family residence for the proposed kitchen remodel which will remove a wall. If determined to be load bearing, provide gravity calculations as required to accomodate the remodel with a new beam, columns, and footings as required to support the existing framing above based on existing conditions. The interior walls are assumed to not be a part of the house lateral force resisting system, therefore wind and seismic calculations are excluded from our scope of work. Our deliverable will be a structural engineer (SE) stamped calculation package suitable for permit submittal. If the walls are not structural, our deliverable will be a stamped letter summarizing our assessment. Our scope of work excludes performing complete house as-builts, preparing lateral (wind & seismic) calculations, CAD details, and construction services. These items may be provided as an additional service if requested. Fixed Fee $250 (Payment per attached General Terms and Conditions) Offered by: Chris Bernards, PE, SE, LEED AP Principal, Sidesway Engineering, PLLC Accepted by: Matthew Tillman Date Homeowner This agreement, inclusive of the attached "General Terms and Conditions" between the engineer and the client is the entire agreement. It supersedes all prior communications and understandings, written or oral. The engineer shall perform the services for the stated fee arrangement as outlined on this page and any amendments to this agreement must be in writing and signed by both the client and the engineer. 20305 81" Avenue W. Edmonds, WA 98026 5IDE5WAY 1 ENGINEERING Tillman Residence Remodel General Terms and Conditions June 1, 2023 Limitation of Liability: The client agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to limit the total liability of the engineer and its subconsultants for any and all claims, losses, expenses, injuries, and damages of any nature whatsoever, including claim expenses such as attorney's and expert witnesses' fees and costs, arising out of the agreement from any cause(s) so that the total aggregate liability of the engineer and its subconsultants shall not exceed the engineer's total fee paid for services rendered within this agreement. Cause(s) include, but are not limited to the engineer's or subconsultants' negligence, errors, omissions, breach of contract, or breach of expressed or implied warranty, and strict liability. Indemnification: The client and engineer agree, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold each other harmless from any and all damage, liability or cost, including attorneys' fees and costs of defense, arising from their negligent acts, errors or omissions, and those of their contractors, subcontractors, or consultants in the performance of their services provided under this agreement, to the extent that each party is responsible for such damages, liabilities, and costs on a comparative basis of fault. Delay of Performance: If authorization to proceed with the services is not given by the client for any reason within (60) days of the date of this agreement or the performance of the engineer's services is delayed or suspended for any reason for a period of (60) consecutive days, the engineer has the right to renegotiate the fees or terminate its obligation for all tasks thereby delayed. Payment: Invoices for the engineer's services shall be submitted on a monthly basis or at the completion of such services unless noted otherwise in the fee agreement on page 1. Invoices shall be payable within (30) days after the invoice date. If the client fails to pay the engineer within this timeline, the client agrees that the engineer shall have the right to consider said default a total breach of this agreement and the duties of this agreement terminate without waiving any claim or right against the client and without any liability whatsoever to the client. The client remains responsible for paying the engineer for all fees, charges, and services performed to the point of termination. If any portion of an account remains unpaid (90) days after the invoice date, the client agrees to pay percentage based collection agency fees up to 35% of the balance owed as well as reasonable attorney fees and staff costs incurred pursuing the collection of fees. Dispute Resolution: Any claims or disputes that arise during the design, construction, or following the completion of the project between the client and the engineer shall be submitted to non -binding mediation. The client and engineer agree to include a similar mediation agreement with all contractors, subcontractors, subconsultants, suppliers, and fabricators, such that mediation is the primary method of dispute resolution between all parties. Termination: The client or the engineer may terminate this agreement for any cause at any time with or without cause. The client shall pay the engineer for all services rendered to the date of termination including all reimbursable expenses and reimbursable termination expenses. Document Control: All documents, written or electronic, produced by the engineer or its subconsultants under this agreement are project specific and shall be used solely with respect to this project. Any future use of these project documents shall be at the Project Owner's sole risk without liability to the engineer and its' subconsultants. Existing Conditions: The client agrees to bear all costs, losses, and expenses, including the engineer's additional services, that arise from the discovery of concealed or unknown conditions in any existing structure. Warranty: The engineer makes no warranty, either expressed or implied, concerning the engineer's drawings, specifications, recommendations, observations, or other services, except that they will be performed in a manner consistent with the standard of care ordinarily exercised by members of the same profession currently practicing under similar circumstances. This standard of care is not a standard of perfection. The client acknowledges that changes may be required because of possible omissions, ambiguities, or inconsistencies in the plans and specifications even though the engineer has met the standard of care. As a result, the cost of the project may exceed the initial construction contract sum and the client shall determine a reasonable design contingency reserve prior to construction to be used to pay for increased project costs due to these issues. The client agrees to make no claim against the engineer for these additional project costs. Survival: All limitations of liability, indemnifications, and representations contained in this agreement shall survive the completion or termination of this agreement and shall remain in full force and effect. 20305 87h Avenue W. Edmonds, WA 98026 5IDE5WAY 2 ENGINEERING