Ben and Carrie Modlin vs. Historic Preservation Commission (COA#2019-1007A)

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GABLE TRIM The gable trim is a suitable alternative to a standard trim FIXTURE MOUNTS board if a small profile is desired. • Celect fixture mounts are available for • Measure from the soffit 1 1/2" and strike a chalk line. obstructions such as lighting, dryer vents, water • Install the panels aligning the ends with the line faucets, etc. Begin by installing the base "ring", leaving the 1 1/2" gap for panel expansion and Install the siding panels allowing for the contraction. appropriate expansion gap depending upon the • The width of the gable cannot extend beyond 30'. For length of the siding course. Center and secure the gables beyond 30', a furring strip and minimum face plate with two Celect Cortex trim screws and 3 1/2"trim board should be used. plugs (Fig 14) • Install the gable trim using Cortex or Pro Plug screws • Fixture mounts can also be field constructed and matching plugs. Place fasteners approximately using Cellular PVC, wood, etc. The pocket depth every 12"-16" being careful not to place them in the must be 2"for courses over 12' and 3/4" for expansion gap. courses under 12' to allow for the appropriate rieovo, expansion gap. • For courses under 12' preformed vinyl siding fixture mounts can be used. In this case,the expansion gap should be 3/8". .AIIINN �1 '/z" 30' Max — . ,=•—, , CUTTING MITERS ON GABLE TRIM The multiple angles designed into the finish trim and the gable trim allow for the adjustment of the pocket width desired depending upon the application. However, if the Base installation includes mitering two adjacent pieces of trim , together such as at the peak of a gable, It Is Important that the trim be placed correctly when cutting as shown in figure 13, A scrap piece of 3/4" thick material can be used as a guide to making placement easier. ® parallel to table/ Cover Plate 3/4" scrap Fixture Mount Fig. 14 li piece \ Fig. 13 24 25