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Old 06-22-2007, 06:03 PM
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Re: Stucco
Yes, if on frame, 4 inches clearance to the weep screed should do it, and, yes, it needs a weep screed at the bottom of the stucco.

Remember it this way:

Stucco on frame = weep screeds at the bottom of all stucco areas and needs clearance to grade and patios for termite inspections.

Stucco on block = no weep screeds and can go into the ground *IF* fully adhered (not loose) and not more than 5/8" thick. No termite inspection space is required.

HOWEVER,

You did not answer as to what those bands around those columns were made of. THAT could be the bigger problem.
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