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Poway Unified - Multiple School Sites

Commercial Shade Structures for Schools

San Diego

June 1, 2025

Zoom Recreation provided Poway Unified School District with two DSA pre-approved shade structures: a 20' x 20' center post umbrella and a 30' x 20' hip shade structure, delivering both style and sun protection for the recreation spaces.

Poway Unified - Multiple School Sites

The Challenge

The teams biggest challenge was navigating the rigorous inspection process required by the Division of the State Architect (DSA), including inspections both at the manufacturing facility and on-site during installation.
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Dan Smith
, Zoom Recreation

Our Solution

We collaborated closely with the general contractor throughout the project, ensuring all required documentation, materials, and inspection access were delivered promptly. This proactive coordination helped streamline the inspection process and avoid unnecessary delays.
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Dan Smith
, Zoom Recreation
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DSA Shade Structures

Completing shade structure projects for California schools requires careful coordination to meet the standards set by the Division of the State Architect (DSA). Zoom Recreation worked within these requirements by providing pre-approved products and supporting teams through each stage of the process—from documentation and scheduling to inspection.

Our approach is focused on simplifying what can often be a complex process, so Poway's school projects moved forward smoothly and meet all compliance standards!

Poway Unified - Multiple School Sites
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Poway Unified - Multiple School Sites

Painted Rock School Umbrella Shade

The Zoom team installed a single-post umbrella shade in the color "True Blue" at Painted Rock Elementary School. The shade was the perfect choice for the play space, providing ample coverage without being obtrusive.

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Park Village Hip Shade

For Park Village Elementary School, Zoom installed and designed a hip shade—a perfect and common shade solution for covering school picnic areas.

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Poway Unified - Multiple School Sites
Dan Smith
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Principal

Having the opportunity to work with some of the highest level design professionals in the recreation space here in Southern California is a true blessing. I’ve been able to learn a ton over the years on how to really create both a functional and aesthetically pleasing playground design in San Diego. When I’m not working, I’m appreciating all that this city has to offer.

Award-Winning Playground Company

Zoom Recreation strives to create efficient recreational spaces and provide exceptional customer service. Superior awarded us their highest President's Award and Gold Club Awards two years in a row.

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