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 then design the …

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 several times on …

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 erect a 1hr …

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.",

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 attaches to. …

Feb 12, 2018 · Looking at a stand-alone covered parking structure for a utility company to shelter their service trucks, which will be approximately 17,000 square feet in size. Essentially, it's some steel …

Jul 2, 2014 · Florida Building Code - Residential - Carport - Wood Frame Construction - What Section(s) can I refer to ?

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 property line? (a carport …

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 require this. What …

Oct 23, 2010 · However, if that same metal frame had solid coverage of 20'x20 corrugated sheet metal, it is a U occupancy carport, even if it has solar panels mounted on top. The corrugated sheet metal is …