Attachment 1 - Letter of JustificationNovember 9, 2020
Community Development Department
Atten: Sean Mullin
RE: 103 Tait, Los Gatos – Permit # B19-0718 – existing siding replacement
Sean,
I am requesting to be allowed to replace the existing siding with new material that is an exact
match/profile. The new proposed siding is the same product is that will be installed on the new sections
of the house.
The existing siding to remain is 120 years old and in rough shape and below are the reasons for the
request:
-No continuous vapor barrier can be installed due to the in place existing siding. If the existing siding is
removed and replaced with new, a proper vapor barrier can be installed. This will provide a current code
compliant install.
-There was a fire (possibly two) in the old kitchen location that damaged the siding both on the interior
and exterior (see attached interior and exterior photos).
- due to the condition (warping, cracking....) of the existing siding it will be practically impossible to get
the elevations with existing siding to a weather tight condition.
The existing siding will remain until we receive approval.
Please contact me with any questions, concerns or if additional information is needed.
Regards,
Michael Ballou
Homeowner
mballou@novoconstruction.com
650 670-2118
ATTACHMENT 1
103 Tait, Los Gatos
Existing Siding
Interior
First Floor - (E)
Fire damage
Second Floor - (E)
Fire damage
First Floor - (E)
Wall condition
No vapor barrier
Daylight between siding boards
103 Tait, Los Gatos
Existing Siding
Exterior
Separating of joints Failed caulking Exterior damage due to
previous fire
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