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.",

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Feb 12, 2018 · Essentially, it's some steel columns and a roof, open on all sides. In my opinion, it closely resembles a carport, but I am getting hung up on the wording of 406.3.1. 406.3.1 …

Dec 27, 2023 · However, we’ve had several people who purchase a “metal carport/garage” (2.25” x 2.25” square steel tubing) structure and want to build out the interior. Since I don’t do the …

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 …

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 …