
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 ?
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 …
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 …
Question on IBC 705.8 -- Allowable Area for Openings [specifically …
Dec 5, 2024 · The area of openings in a building containing only a Group U occupancy private garage or carport with a fire separation distance of 5 feet or greater shall not be limited.",
Carport Considered to be Garage - The Building Code Forum
Apr 21, 2022 · When a carport does not meet this requirement and is not considered to be a garage, is the carport required to meet limiting distance for glazed openings facing the …
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 …