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Abstract

A cornice device for building structures including a crown member and a connector member. The crown member has a first end configured to attach to the roof portion of the building structure and a second end. The crown member may include an optional fascia board and an optional roof nailer member attached to the fascia board. The connector member comprises a first leg configured to cooperate with the second end of the crown member. The second leg of the connector member is configured to couple to the outer wall of the building structure. The crown member and the connector member are configured to flex during installation to accommodate for various framing variances. The cornice device also includes means for discharging water from the cornice device which is spaced apart the outer wall of the building structure so as to keep the water discharged from and off the cornice device from damaging the outer wall. In one embodiment, the means for discharging water from the cornice device comprises a water trough and a plurality of apertures formed in the connector member, the crown member, or both. The apertures are configured to allow water to pass therethrough and also act as a means for ventilating a building structure. The apertures are substantially hidden from view. The means for discharging water from the cornice device may also comprise a drip lip which is configured to prevent water discharged off the cornice device from staining, discoloring, or damaging the outer wall of the structure. In one embodiment, the drip lip is formed by the second end of the crown member and the first leg of the connector member.

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First Claim