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paulz
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# Posted: 24 Jun 2014 19:19
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Local ordinance has a 15ft, one story height limit on sheds, work shops and what not. Would that be measured from the ground, bottom of floor joists, floor? Also, is a loft half the size of the structure with maybe 6ft. at center height considered a second story?

bldginsp
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# Posted: 24 Jun 2014 20:13
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Both questions are a matter of local policy, but in general heights are measured from average natural grade. What the neighbors care about is how high it is off the ground.

An "attic" is a space that does not have standard minimum height for living spaces, which is 7'6" for most rooms and 7' for bathrooms (I think...). I wouldn't call a loft at 6 ft in the center a second storey, but its up to interpretation. Ask the jurisdiction.

paulz
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# Posted: 26 Jun 2014 11:11
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Thanks BI, that's about what I was thinking. No neighbors can see it but I am building it with the idea that I may drag it somewhere else later on.

22hemi13
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# Posted: 26 Jun 2014 13:43
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If your going to take on public roads you might want to check dot regs. Bridge heights of possible crossings ect.....

paulz
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# Posted: 26 Jun 2014 18:45
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Excellent point, thanks! Hopefully just stay on my plot or a neighbors.

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