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    2 story wood framed residence...header flush with 2nd floor framing?

    Is this possible? I'm not sure about breaking the top plates and how to reinforce the break. The client wants a few window heads to stop right at the ceiling line. Balloon frame to the roof in the areas of the flush headers? Thanks
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    Residential Remodel Theory, Wood Shear Walls, Existing Let-In Bracing

    I am a newly licensed engineer. I am staring to get a few jobs most of which are residential remodels. Question: Are there any books or reference materials that people can recommend in regards to the approach of these small type projects. I realize to be on the safe side, most engineers...

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