CyberPine
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I have this idea for a simple construction style using 2x4s screwed together with 3 and 4 inch galvanized screws and then many 1x4x12 cellular PVC ribs screwed in with 1.5 inch screws as ribs every 12 inches and then skinned with 26ga steel siding. It's far from typical construction style I know. However, I know the resulting structure when locked together will be extremely strong and wind resistant...and while this will be fine for a shed, can this construction style somehow pass Florida Residential Building codes?
I ask a Florida county building department with a very liberal tiny home provisions and zero minimum dwelling sizes and they basically said I needed an approved engineer to confirm this and draft up approved plans. here's their exact statement:
"Wind rating is not all that has to be considered. Exterior walls must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of Florida Building Code (FBC) Residential. The roof assembly will have to meet the requirements of FBC Residential Chapter 9. Insulation type and “R” value will be determined by FBC Energy Conservation calculations. An energy form will need to be completed and submitted with the building application. Interior wall finish will need to meet the requirements of FBC Residential Chapter 7."
This youtube shows what I am trying to build (don't mind size and height requirements).. I'm only concerned about Florida structure and insulation code comments made by the county.
steel and cellular PVC arch building
Thank You!
I ask a Florida county building department with a very liberal tiny home provisions and zero minimum dwelling sizes and they basically said I needed an approved engineer to confirm this and draft up approved plans. here's their exact statement:
"Wind rating is not all that has to be considered. Exterior walls must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of Florida Building Code (FBC) Residential. The roof assembly will have to meet the requirements of FBC Residential Chapter 9. Insulation type and “R” value will be determined by FBC Energy Conservation calculations. An energy form will need to be completed and submitted with the building application. Interior wall finish will need to meet the requirements of FBC Residential Chapter 7."
This youtube shows what I am trying to build (don't mind size and height requirements).. I'm only concerned about Florida structure and insulation code comments made by the county.
steel and cellular PVC arch building
Thank You!