
Carport/Pergola footings | The Building Code Forum
Feb 5, 2025 · The biggest issue I see is that an open "carport" for bicycles can be suject to significant upload in some wind conditions, and someone has to first calculate the uplift, and …
PV solar carport dimensions/classification | The Building Code Forum
Apr 22, 2025 · I am trying to layout my PV solar array canopy over an existing parking lot of 750 parking spaces and would like canopy length to exceed 150'. This topic has been discussed …
Metal carport interpretation - The Building Code Forum
Jun 19, 2018 · Hello, new to this have an interpretation question. Have a client who built a metal carport 1' from his property. Local zoning is OK with it however local jurisdiction wants client to …
Florida Res. Code for Carport - The Building Code Forum
Oct 20, 2009 · In the Fla. Building Code and the 2006 IBC it requires that fire separation be provided on the carport ceiling if there is living space above the carport. 2006 IRC does not …
New home owner - Code violation - The Building Code Forum
Jun 12, 2019 · Another issue is that the carport is approximately 3-4 feet from the property line. The setbacks list it at 7.5 feet. There are a lot of sheds and carports close to the property line …
IBC/CBC 705.8 | The Building Code Forum
Jul 23, 2025 · In section 705.8.1 the text states openings permitted in an exterior wall. I have a covered carport with columns supporting a roof that is in the same plane as the R-3 unit that it …
carports and patio covers - The Building Code Forum
Oct 19, 2009 · How do you guys deal with stand alone carports and patio covers. I cant see how you can build one perceptively. I have two of these on my desk and i'm scratching my head. i …
How to address a post within the 5' distance of a property line
Jan 30, 2017 · The result is the front carport post and portion of beam and roof fall within the 5' distance (but not less than 3') to the property line and the city has asked for it to be called out …
Post base - The Building Code Forum
Nov 18, 2011 · prevent members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for non top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports)." I …
Carport - Wood Frame Construction - The Building Code Forum
Jul 2, 2014 · Florida Building Code - Residential - Carport - Wood Frame Construction - What Section(s) can I refer to ?