Structural design for a Garage Remodel, Buxton, OR
S3DA Design provided structural engineering services for a garage remodel in Buxton, OR, focusing on safe roof support, load path continuity, and code-compliant structural performance.
S3DA’s Scope:
- Wind, seismic, snow, dead, and live load analysis
- Structural calculations for foundations, shear walls, load-bearing walls, headers, posts, rafters, and connectors
- Verification of existing CMU block wall as a bearing wall for the new roof
- Foundation plan
- Roof framing plan
- Shear wall layout plan
- Longitudinal and cross-section building views
- Typical structural details, notes, and specifications
Key Challenges & Solutions:
A key focus was verifying whether the existing CMU block wall could safely support the new roof loads. S3DA evaluated the existing bearing condition and engineered the required structural elements to support the remodel while maintaining safety and compliance.
The Result:
The project received a complete structural design package with permit-ready calculations and drawings, helping the remodel move forward with a clear, coordinated structural approach. S3DA’s structural team supports projects nationwide with practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
