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    PERGOLA

    (RCNYS 2020) Is a detached pergola regulated by the residential code? I need to make a case to the building inspector that it isn't. Res. code says "Accessory Structures" are, but the definition of structure is so general. Anyone have any insight(s)?
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    seasonally convertible pergola

    Hi y'all, first post on the forum here. I'm intending to build a pergola that's located on the back porch of my house, and it will be covered in the winter with greenhouse film and open the rest of the year. So I'm applying for the permit and the city told me that the structure must either be...
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    Trellises

    We went in for permit in a WUI zone with a heavy timber, redwood trellis for a residential project. We received a plan check comment asking us to show that it met the requirements of R337.10.3.2. The key words in that section is that the trellis needs to be non-combustible or ignition...
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