• Work shall consist of removing the entire lower elevated canopy section, which is currently supported by steel post and I-beams that extend into the existing exterior wall. I-beams shall be cut or torched flush with the exterior face, and all gaps, cracks, and holes shall be patched using like building materials. Necessary paint touchups shall be applied to blend with the existing color(s). • The shared support post for the lower and higher canopy shall be replaced with a new steel post, securely fastened to the higher canopy. Post shall be primed and painted with appropriate paint to match existing “beige” color. • A new engineered wood-built canopy shall be constructed matching the existing footprint, meeting or exceeding current building codes. LVLs shall be used to reduce the number of post and to maximize span length. If required, existing concrete shall be cut and patched to accommodate new footings. • All associated stamped engineering drawings and related cost shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. • The ceiling of the new canopy shall be enclosed and finished with vented white vinyl soffit, along with the necessary channels and supports...
